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Energy Assistance Program - EAP - CAP Agency

2496 145th Street West, Rosemount, MN 55068

Eligibility
Homeowners and renters who are residents of Carver, Dakota, and Scott counties. Eligibility is on a sliding scale based on household size and three most recent months of household income.
Required documents
Application/registration form picture ID proof of household income Social Security card/number utility bills/account numbers
Hours
  • 8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday
  • After hours answering service
(952)496-8696
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Intake Scott County EAP

(952)361-1600
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Intake Carver County EAP

(651)322-3500
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Intake Dakota County EAP

Interpretation services
Interpreters available
Application process
  • Call or visit https://mn.gov/commerce/energy/consumer-assistance/energy-assistance-program/ for an application. Applications for the heating season are typically accepted beginning September and ending at the end of May the following year. The start date may vary as to when applications begin to be accepted. Call or visit website to determine exact dates applications are being accepted. Applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis and are generally processed within 30-60 days, depending on program funding, and information provided.
  • Applications will be processed in the order they are received and may take up to 90 days. During this time, applicants should contact their energy provider to schedule a reasonable payment plan.
Service area
Carver County, MN Dakota County, MN Scott County, MN

Other Information

Program Fees

  • No Fee

Hours of Operation

  • Open Weekday Evenings After 5 pm
  • Open Saturday or Sunday
The Energy Assistance Program helps pay heat and electricity costs. Payments for energy bills are sent directly to the household's energy company or fuel provider for propane, fuel oil, or wood. Financial assistance varies depending on household income and fuel costs. The Energy Assistance Program provides additional grants for eligible households who need help with:
  • Getting reconnected to heat and power after disconnections
  • Paying for emergency fuel deliveries for propane, heating oil, or biofuel
  • Preventing disconnection
  • $200 minimum and $1400 maximum assistance
Other services may include home energy crisis intervention, outreach, energy advocacy, and information about utility consumer rights. Energy Related Repair funds are also available to help correct no heat or malfunctioning heating systems for owner-occupied homes. Individuals must be eligible for Energy Assistance. Conservation Improvement Program: In partnership with other local utilities, the program provides electric conservation services and materials to families in Dakota and Scott counties. The goal of the program is to reduce energy consumption, thereby reducing energy bills. During a home audit, customers accompany an energy auditor who reviews appliances being used in the home as well as recent energy bills. Clients are educated on energy conservation practices, proper appliance maintenance, and using water flow restrictors. Energy auditors may also help with installation and central air-conditioning tune-up. For those who receive EAP, Energy Crisis Assistance is also available for emergency situations, such as disconnection or shut-off notice, past due balances, or delivery of fuel for tanks less than 20% capacity.
Last Assured
02/13/2026
Providing organization
CAP Agency

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