How to claim Rental Hardship
*PROGRAM SUBMISSIONS END FEBRUARY 29TH
*This is not a comprehensive list of all Rental Assistance but it will put you in the right direction, make sure to do your own due diligence.
*This list in generally for those who live in Orange County
Make sure this is done first w/ your landlord
• File a Rental Hardship form with your landlord (download below w/ instructions)
Are you Eligible?
• Income negatively affected because of covid
• Missed rent, Past due utilities (excludes phone and internet bill)
• The household’s income must be at or below 80% of the Area Median Income
• You can't be receiving other federal rental assistance
Eviction Moratorium Extension
As of 1/29/2021 eviction protection was extended till 6/30/2021 as long as you follow certain rules.
Q: How much rent do tenants have to pay to qualify for eviction protection?
A: Tenants must continue to pay 25% of their rental obligations through June 30, 2021.
Announcement of eviction extension: Link
Actual Bill signed into policy (SB 91): Link
State specific bans on evictions: Link
Your Rights as a Tenant
For a full list of FAQs regarding rental protections: Link
La Habra Rental Assistance
*You can only apply for one rental assistance program, so apply for the federal one first.
La Habra assistance programs: Link
