OPEN: Emergency Rental Program is currently open and does not have a predetermined closing date.

The District of Columbia Housing Authority (DCHA) is accepting Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) waiting list applications on April 1, 2024 at 12:00 pm, until 8,500 applications have been received. 

Please note: According to the DCHA " ERAP helps low income D.C residents facing housing emergencies in 2 ways: Back Rental Assistance for those at least 30 days behind in rent, Security Deposit & First Months' Rent Assistance for those who have a threat of homelessness. To qualify: Must be a current District resident, Earning less than 40% of the area median income, At least 30 days behind on rent (for back rental assistance), Have a threat of homelessness (for Security Deposit & First Months' Rent Assistance)."

To apply while the waitlist is open, complete the online application.

Please note: "These documents are mandatory when applying: Proof of residency, like a lease or letter from landlord and photo ID for all adults in household."

Preferences have not yet been confirmed.

Selected applicants will be placed on the waiting list by date and time the application is received, by order of preferences.

For more information, visit the DCHA website.

Sources: This information was verified by the DCHA website on March 27, 2024.