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Jul 30, 2020 · Governor Janet Mills announced today that MaineHousing will double its rental assistance from $500 to $1,000 through the COVID-19 Rental Relief Program beginning next Monday, August 3rd.
Jan 4, 2022 · MaineHousing, in partnership with ten area community action agencies, has delivered $103.4 million in federal Emergency Rental Assistance stabilizing housing for Maine families.
- Why Is Era Ending?
- What Happens If My Application Was in Before The Sept. 29 Deadline?
- What Happens Now That Era Has ended?
- What If I Am Facing Eviction?
The Emergency Rental Assistance Program was funded under two separate federal coronavirus relief bills passed into law by Congress in 2020 and 2021. The funding for this program was limited in scope without a continuing funding source.
If funds are available applications received before this date will be processed until funds have been exhausted. An email notification is sent approving or denying the application.
Those needing help covering the cost of their housing should consider the range of MaineHousing programs aimed at increasing housing stability and affordability. 1. A full listing of rental assistance programs is available here: Rental Assistance (mainehousing.org) 2. Programs that are aimed at increasing energy efficiency, affordability, and home ...
If you are facing an eviction notice contact Pine Tree Legal Assistance. You can find a directory for their local offices at www.ptla.org. For tenants over the age of 60 contact Legal Services for the Elderlyat 1-800-750-5353.
May 25, 2022 · The Maine State Housing Authority is placing new limits on eligibility for rental assistance funds in hopes of extending the program's lifespan through the winter. The emergency rental assistance program was created last year to distribute more than $350 million from the federal government to assist people with rent and utilities during the ...
- Robbie Feinberg
Mar 1, 2021 · MAINE, USA — Relief is on the horizon for Mainers struggling to pay rent and utilities amid the pandemic. On Monday, $200 million in rent relief funds from the federal Emergency Rental Assistance Program will become available to Maine residents.
Nov 20, 2020 · Starting Monday, tenants having trouble paying their rent due to hardship caused by COVID-19 can apply for assistance with their December rent. It’s a $6.2 million extension of a rent relief program managed by MaineHousing, and fueled by federal COVID-19 relief funds.
