Oregon Housing And Community Services
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The program offers support for rent and utility costs (including electric, gas, heating fuel, sewer, trash, or water), down payments on homes, and financial counseling services, which can cover household budgeting, eviction prevention, and legal aid. Participants in the rent assistance program are expected to pay 30% of their income towards rent. Assistance is available for a duration of 24 months or until the allocated program funds are exhausted.
Intake Procedure: Visit the website for more information.
Fees: Varies depending on the specific service.
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 - Current household income must be at or below 120% of the Area Median Income (AMI) - For Rent/Utility Assistance: Monthly housing costs must exceed 30% of the household’s adjusted gross monthly income, or housing must be inadequate, safe, or sanitary, with costs for compliant housing exceeding 30% of the household's income.
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.
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