LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles County Department of Consumer and Business Affairs announced Thursday it will open applications for emergency rent relief on Dec. 17 to residents impacted by January’s wildfires and new financial pressures tied to federal immigration crackdowns.
What You Need To Know
- That application period for the Emergency Rent Relief Program will begin at 9 a.m. Dec. 17 and continue through 5 p.m. Jan. 23
- The new program is expected to distribute more than $23 million in rental and mortgage relief
- Grants may cover up to six months of debt, with a maximum award of $15,000 per rental unit in most cases
- Once the application is online, county officials will ensure it is available in multiple languages with free in-language technical assistance daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
That application period for the Emergency Rent Relief Program will begin at 9 a.m. Dec. 17 and continue through 5 p.m. Jan. 23. The new program is expected to distribute more than $23 million in rental and mortgage relief to eligible landlords and homeowners affected by the Palisades, Eaton, and other wildfires, as well as households impacted by federal actions.
County officials urged residents and landlords to review eligibility requirements, sign up for updates (which will provide a link to the application portal when it opens) and access the application here…