Need help paying rent? These programs are now accepting applications!
DID YOU KNOW?
Residents cannot be evicted for the duration of the public health emergency plus sixty days; nor can they be charged late fees for the duration of the public health emergency. Renters are encouraged, to the best of their ability, to stay current on rent. Rent increases are also prohibited during the COVID-19 public health emergency plus 60 days.
To read a summary of all tenant rights and resources during the COVID-19 public health emergency, follow this link to the Office of the Tenant Advocate’s website.
If you cannot make rent, reach out to your housing provider or landlord, DHCD network of housing counseling organizations, or the Office of the Tenant Advocate.
DC Governmet also has a free affordable housing listing and search engine dchousingserch.org, where you can find everything from accessible homes to affordable rental and for-sale homes. Users can also find helpful resources such as renter's rights information, assistance programs, and an affordability calculator.
