Burbank Rental Assistance Program application period opens Published (Mary Stringini) BURBANK, Calif. - The application period opened Monday for the city of Burbank's program to provide emergency rent assistance and utility payments to low-income renters impacted by COVID-19. Renters financially impacted by the pandemic may apply for the Burbank Rental Assistance Program for up to $1,000 per month for up to three months for assistance with rent arrears, future rent and delinquent utility bills if specific criteria are met. LA County prepares to launch rent relief program The city has committed $375,475 in Community Development Block Grant funds to be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis until the money runout, at which point the program will end.