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Oregon Housing And Community Services

Community Resource

Serves: Service area varies

About this resource

The program offers assistance for rent and utility expenses (including electric, gas, heating fuel, sewer, trash, or water), down payment support for home purchases, and financial counseling that may cover household budgeting, eviction protection, and legal aid. Participants in the rent assistance program are required to allocate 30% of their income towards rent. Support is available for a duration of 24 months or until the program's funds are fully utilized.

Intake Procedure: Please visit the website for more information.

Fees: Costs vary depending on the specific service provided.

Who can use this

-Households impacted by the 2020 wildfires and straight-line winds, including the 242, Almeda, Archie Creek, Beachie Creek, Echo Mountain, Holiday Farm, Lionshead, Riverside, and South Obenchain fires -Applicants must have resided in an affected county during the disasters -Household income must be at or below 120% of the Area Median Income (AMI) -For Rent/Utility Assistance: Monthly housing expenses must exceed 30% of the household's adjusted gross monthly income or the housing must be inadequate, unsafe, or unsanitary, with costs for compliant housing exceeding 30% of the household's income.

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Documents you may need

-Proof of income, address, property damage verification, and monthly housing costs -If applicable: proof of other assistance received and power of attorney

Don't have these? Contact the organization—they may be able to help.