Applications for the Emergency Renters’ Assistance Subsidy Program for Los Angeles residential tenants are being accepted beginning Monday, July 13 through Friday, July 17.

Tenants may apply for the subsidy with payment going directly to the landlord, who will have to agree to City terms to accept the payment.

The basic eligibility requirements for tenants are:

· They live in a multi-family unit that is located in the City of LA

· They can provide proof of tenancy

· They earned at or below 80% of Area Median Income prior to March 13, 2020

· They can provide documentation that they have suffered a loss or reduction of income due to COVID-19 after March 13, 2020

Note: All tenants residing in the City of Los Angeles who meet the criteria may apply, regardless of immigration status. If you have questions regarding the Public Charge rule and your use of this program/benefit, please contact a qualified immigration attorney.

Recipients will be chosen via lottery once the application window is closed; no preference will be given based on when during the application window an application was received.Find more information about the program and how to apply at https://hcidla.lacity.org/ or by calling 844-944-1868.