The Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) helps District residents earning less than 40% of the Area Median Income (AMI) who are facing housing emergencies, by providing funding for overdue rent including late fees and court costs if qualified household is facing eviction. The program also supports security deposits and the first month’s rent for residents moving into new apartments. The amount paid on behalf of eligible households depends on a household’s income and available resources and is subject to certain limitations.
Eligibility: ERAP assists District residents with an income of less than 40% of the Area Median Income (AMI) who are facing a housing emergency and provides rent assistance to stabilize housing, re-establish housing, and prevent eviction. ERAP eligibility is based on income. https://dhs.dc.gov/page/monthly-income-limits-fair-market-rent
Benefits: ERAP will provide:
– overdue rent for up to five months, including late fees
– court costs to prevent eviction
– security deposits for a new residence
– first months rent for a new residence
ERAP will not pay utilities, mortgage payments or other housing expenses.
