Eviction resources and rental assistance
On Monday March 29, the CDC extended the eviction federal moratorium on non-payment of rent until June 30.
The federal ban on eviction protects current renters who are struggling to pay their rent from getting kicked out. However, once the ban is lifted tenants will be expected to pay back the rent amounts to their landlord.
If you’re struggling to meet rent or facing eviction due to COVID, you can apply for rental assistance and access eviction resources below. Further resources can be found here. You can also call CAIR-Ohio’s Legal Team or reach out here.
Columbus Rental Assistance Resources
Franklin County Department of Job and Family Services Prevention, Retention, and Contingency (PRC)
– Emergency financial assistance for families
– One-Time Assistance (can be used one-time in a 12-month period)
– Eligibility Requirements:
* Must have at least one minor child or a pregnant woman (3rd trimester) in the household
* Income threshold: gross monthly income at or below 165% of Federal Poverty Level for family size
* If PRC PLUS: gross monthly income between 166% – 300% Federal Poverty Level for family size
To Apply for the PRC program click here
Columbus Urban League Housing Stabilization Program
– Emergency financial assistance
– Must be at or below 125% of the Federal Poverty Level and have a qualifying emergency
– Credit Repair for Housing & Ombudsman Services
emergencyassistance@cul.org
For questions, call 614-484-9111
COMPASS (online application only)
– Have a qualifying temporary emergency
* Limited emergency financial assistance for families/individuals facing a challenge that would affect self-sufficiency
– Employed (full-time, part-time or temporary) – those recently unemployed due to COVID-19 may qualify
– For questions contact Compass at: 614-463-9612, www.Compass614.com
Physicians CareConnection
– Financial assistance for families with children
– Must be at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level
– For questions, call 614-884-2441, option 1, then option 4, or visit pcchealth.org
Franklin County Veterans Service Commission
– Short term financial assistance covering rent, utilities, and food
– Must be a resident of Franklin County and meet one of the eligibility requirements
– Eligibility requirements (includes dependents and survivors):
* Veterans discharged under honorable conditions, Current Active Duty Members, Veterans with VA recognized service-connected conditions, current Active Duty Members called to active duty by Presidential Order
– For questions, call 614-525-2500
IMPACT Community Action Emergency Assistance
– Emergency financial assistance for families facing a challenge that would affect self-sufficiency
To apply for IMPACT click here
– For questions, call 614-252-2799, or visit www.impactca.org
Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority
– One-time financial assistance covering rent, interim income adjustment, 40% of income payment arrangements for CMHA owned housing
– Eligibility requirements include: MUST RECEIVE CMHA HOUSING SUBSIDY
– For questions, call (614) 421-6000, www.cmhanet.com
Unemployment Compensation
– Many tenants can make payments toward back rent if unemployment compensation is received
– Due to high demand for unemployment, applicants are encountering delays. Tenants are encouraged to contact the Legal Aid Society of Columbus at 614.241.2001 for assistance in employment benefit delays or other application difficulties.
To learn about additional resources in our community, call HandsOn: Call 2-1-1 or 614-221-2255 24-hour information and referral services
Hamilton County Cares Rent & Utility Relief Program
The Hamilton County CARES Rent and Utility Relief Program hasshort-term assistance to renters who live in Hamilton County and can document income loss due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The County will pay up to three months’ rent and utilities payments with a maximum of $2,500 for households at or below 80% of the Area Median Income:
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Max Income 80% of Area Median Income |
$48,350 |
$55,250 |
$62,150 |
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