Emergency Assistance

DISASTER RENTAL ASSISTANCE

The goals of these funds are to address critical housing needs across various vulnerable populations. The funds will ensure that families have access to adequate housing.   The funds will aim to address and prevent homelessness by providing housing stability for individuals and families at risk.

Eligibility Criteria:

1.  Residency: Applicants must reside in one of the 25 designated Disaster Counties, either temporarily or permanently.

2.  Housing Crisis Due to the Disaster: The applicant must have experienced a housing-related crisis caused by the disaster. This includes: 

     a.  Displacement from their home due to damage or destruction.   

     b.  Inability to pay rent or facing eviction as a result of the disaster's impact on their income or housing situation.

3.  Income Eligibility: To qualify for Rental Assistance under Session Law 2024-53, Section 4B.7, the household income must be at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL). The 2024 Federal Poverty Guidelines will be used to determine eligibility.

The approved households will be eligible for a one-time payment, which will be made directly to their landlord, covering the cost of housing.  This amount has been set according to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) local area Fair Market Rents (FMRs) for a two-bedroom unit. This payment will help ensure that eligible households can remain housed and avoid displacement due to financial hardship.

You can apply in person at 1200 Spartanburg Hwy, Suite 300, Hendersonville NC  28792 or by

Phone at (828) 697-5500. 

EA (EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE) 

The Emergency Assistance program is designed to assist families with emergency needs such as utility cut-off, eviction notice etc. Among other criteria, the household must have a child who meets the age requirements living with them and who is in their care, have income at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level and meet US Citizenship requirements. 

Emergency assistance is designed to alleviate non-recurring, short term situations and is not intended to meet ongoing needs. Assistance cannot extend beyond four months. 

HOW TO APPLY 

   Must apply in person: 

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