SHEEP is a program through the Planning and Community Development, Neighborhood Services Division, that assists low-to-moderate-income residents with home energy upgrades that may lower their overall electric consumption, improve comfort and reduce energy usage. Eligible participants will work with Neighborhood Services to determine the improvements that best suit their home, which may include: 

  • Repairing, sealing, or replacing air ducts
  • Upgrading to efficient appliances
  • Upgrading home insulation
  • Installation of a programmable thermostat
  • Installation of LED lighting fixtures 

Eligibility for Homeowners

  • Applicant must be a GVEC, CPS, or NBU residential electrical customer with at least one year of service at the current location. 
  • Applicant must own and occupy the home.
  • Homes must be 10 years old or older to qualify.
  • Homes may only receive assistance from this program once.
  • Applicants must show proof of income to meet current Federal low- to moderate-income guidelines.
  • Applicants must have a home energy audit from an approved provider (AACOG, GVEC, CPS, or NBU each have programs) and provide a copy of the report. Audits must be done within 90 days of application.
  • An adult over 18 years old must be present during all work or inspections.
  • After final inspection, SHEEP has no further obligations regarding work performed/completed.
  • All improvements are subject to approval by the City of Schertz - SHEEP and contingent upon fund availability.   

NOTE: A resident may meet the eligibility requirements for this program but still not qualify if the home does not need certain improvements.    

How to Apply:

Step 1 
Step 2
Step 3
  • Coordinate with SHEEP program coordinator to have your upgrades done. 
Step 4
  • The final step is to have a final project inspection, which must be within 10 days of completion.  Contact one of the program coordinators to schedule.