On September 1, the city of Los Angeles announced a new version of its Emergency Renters Assistant Program (ERAP), in partnership with the State of California, which will provide both renters and landlords affected by the COVID-19 pandemic access to new state and federal rental assistance funds. (The last round of the city’s program was launched in April of this year.)
According to a notice we received this week, “The new agreement will allow Angelenos to tap into the $5.2 billion in emergency rental relief funds the State has received from the Federal government, ensuring that all renters and landlords who are eligible for the relief will receive it. Under the new framework, the State will be responsible for processing applications and distributing relief funds for Angelenos.”
Eligible renters and landlords can apply for assistance through the state’s website HousingIsKey.com or by calling 833-430-2122. Those who applied to the previous City program can check their status and get more information at the City’s housing site, HCIDLA.LACITY.ORG.
According to the website, which also includes a very detailed and helpful FAQ section, eligible renters and landlords include:
- Previous applicants with an application status listed as “Referred to apply to HousingIsKey.com” (Check your status here).
- Tenants and landlords who did not submit an application to the 2021 City of LA COVID-19 Emergency Renters Assistance Program.
- Tenants and landlords who did receive payment from the previous program, either directly to the landlord or tenant, and who need additional financial assistance for months the City did not originally cover.
For more information, see the HCID link above, and/or register to attend one of the city’s upcoming webinars on the new program:
SEPTEMBER 2021 – English
Wednesday, September 8 – 3:00 PM
Wednesday, September 22 – 3:00 PM
SEPTEMBER 2021 – Spanish
Wednesday, September 15 – 3:00 PM
Wednesday, September 29 – 3:00 PM
Click here or call 213-928-9075 to sign up for one of these sessions.
Finally, please note that the city’s pandemic-related eviction moratorium is still in effect and, according to the city, “will continue to be effective until further notice.” So “if you receive an eviction notice, please file a complaint by calling (866) 557-7368 or online or seek legal assistance at Stay Housed L.A. For more information regarding the COVID-19 renter protections, please click here.”