Rent Relief (ERAP) applications are open

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The COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance Program is now available!

The COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) covers up to 12 months of back rent or utility bills. This video explains the requirements and how to apply step-by-step.

Don’t forget to learn more about the Excluded Workers Fund as well.

UPDATE ON HOUSING MORATORIUMS AS OF September 1, 2021

The New York State legislature voted to extend the moratorium on evictions this week. It will now be law. No eviction can take place until January 15th.

To receive protection under this moratorium, tenants should submit a hardship declaration to the court or to their landlord OR apply to the ERAP program. The declaration can be found here.

The new moratorium allows a landlord to challenge the declaration in a hearing in front of a judge. It’s important that tenants know that if a landlord seeks a hearing, this is NOT the same as an eviction!

Please remember to speak with an attorney about any specific questions about your case!