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Board of Supervisors approves $8 million for rent and utility assistance program (Source: WAFB) By KOLD News 13 Staff | March 16, 2021 at 4:06 PM MST - Updated March 16 at 4:06 PM
TUCSON, Ariz. (KOLD News 13) - The Pima County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved $8 million for the Eviction Prevention/Emergency Rent and Utility Relief Program.
The program, administered by the Community Investment Corporation, is a partnership between the County and the City of Tucson, using funds from the federal Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP).
Tenants impacted by COVID-19 can receive up to 15 months of rent and utilities – 12 months in arrears and three months in advance. For eligibility requirements, more information and to apply, go to tucsonpimaep.com.
Those who have been hit hard by the pandemic in Forsyth County may be eligible for some relief. Renters that can prove income loss due to COVID-19 can apply for short-term assistance through the newly created Forsyth County Rent and Utility Relief Program.
Thanks to a grant from the U.S. Department of Treasure, Forsyth County will be able to provide rent and utility assistance for qualifying households, beginning Monday, March 8.
A website has been set up, as well as a call center. Anyone with questions can call 678-273-2972 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. on weekdays. Additional information will be available in Simple Chinese, Spanish, Korean and Hindi, as well as English.