Service Name
Rent Payment Assistance
Eligibility
Applicant must have combined household income at or below 80% of AMI, has qualified for unemployment, or experiencing a reduction in household income or financial hardship, reside in the household and be named on the lease. All circumstances must be related to COVID-19 and verifiable. CITIZENSHIP OR LEGAL STATUS DOCUMENTATION IS NOT REQUIRED AND RECEIVING FUNDS IS NOT CONSIDERED PUBLIC CHARGE AND WILL NOT AFFECT FUTURE CITIZENSHIP APPLICATION. NOTE: Some eligibility changes are coming; if those in need don't believe qualifications can be met, please apply anyway.
Languages
Translation service
Fees
No cost
Address CountryCode
US
Service Hours
Website 24/7
Service Description
Proof of income, proof of unemployment eligibility, copy of full lease, landlord's W-9 or landlord contact information, ledger from landlord showing outstanding rent and/or other fees, eviction notice if applicable.
Application/Referral Process
Apply online and be as detailed as possible; this will move the process along more quickly. For those who do not have computer/internet access or skills, please call the local community action agency for assistance; no walk-ins. Allow at least two weeks for funding before follow up; if any additional documentation/information is needed, applicant will be contacted. Following up sooner will clog processes. Landlords applying on behalf of tenant who need assistance, please send email to the address noted.
Description
Rent payment assistance is available to those who qualify and are unable to pay rent due to circumstances related to COVID-19. Please visit website for additional information. For those who do not have computer/internet access or skills, please call the local community action agency for assistance; no walk ins.
Site
Taxonomy
Service Point ID
21630
Operational Status
Archived
Telehealth
No