New York State Office Of Temporary And Disability Assistance

The OTDA ERAP portal is available exclusively to residents of counties and towns that have not exhausted their allocated ERAP funds. Residents of Suffolk and Nassau Counties can apply, but those from the Towns of Brookhaven and Babylon are excluded. The Towns of Islip, Hempstead, and Oyster Bay have their own application portal. It's important to note that households across the state with incomes between 80% and 120% of the area median income are still eligible for state-funded emergency rental assistance. Although the eviction moratorium in New York has been extended until January 15, 2021, residents on Long Island facing rental and utility debts should seek assistance promptly to avoid running out of funds. If you disagree with a decision made on your ERAP application, you have thirty (30) days to appeal by calling 844-691-7368 or completing the online form available at https://nysrenthelp.otda.ny.gov/en/. For application and eligibility details, please visit the OTDA website. Three Long Island communities that received federal funding for emergency rental assistance are managing their own programs, meaning residents of Hempstead, Islip, and Oyster Bay must apply through their local programs and cannot access the state-administered Emergency Rental Assistance Program.

Intake Procedure: You can apply for ERAP online any time, 24/7: https://nysrenthelp.otda.ny.gov/en

Fees: There are no fees involved.