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Deadline approaching for Los Angeles County rent relief
LA County May 30, 2024
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The June 4 application deadline for the LA County Rent Relief Program is almost here, officials reminded the public on Thursday.
The Los Angeles County Department of Consumer and Business Affairs urged all qualified landlords to take advantage of this last opportunity to apply for the program — applications must be submitted before Tuesday at 4:59 p.m.
“As we near the application deadline, we urge landlords to not miss this chance for financial aid,” DCBA Director Rafael Carbajal said in a statement. “This is your opportunity to secure the support necessary to maintain affordable housing services for tenants throughout Los Angeles County.”
The rent assistance program was approved by the LA County Board of Supervisors and is administered by The Center by Lendistry, according to the DCBA. The program will provide more than $68 million in financial aid to landlords adversely affected by the coronavirus pandemic by granting up to $30,000 per rental unit for past-due rent and eligible expenses between April 1, 2022, and the present.
The program’s intention is to prevent tenant evictions and keep people housed, officials said.
Applicants must be located in LA County but not in the city of Los Angeles.
The DCBA uses a “prioritized review process” for vetting Rent Relief Program applications.
“Applications submitted will be systematically evaluated, with priority given to those demonstrating the most substantial financial distress, those catering to the most vulnerable tenants, and properties located in areas of highest need, as identified by the LA County Equity Explorer Tool,” according to the DCBA.
“The Rent Relief Program has played a crucial role in supporting landlords and tenants during these challenging times,” Tunua Thrash-Ntuk, president and CEO of The Center by Lendistry, said in a statement. “We are proud of the impact we’ve had, ensuring that those most in need can stay housed. As this round concludes, I encourage all eligible landlords to apply and take advantage of the resources available to safeguard their properties and their tenants.”
Technical assistance is available in multiple languages by phone, 877-849-0770, between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. Applicants can also register for informational webinars listed on the Rent Relief Program website.
