Rental Assistance Program
UPDATE: Monday, July 20, 2020
Due to overwhelming response, phase one of the Louisiana Emergency Rental Assistance Program (LERAP) application process has been temporarily suspended, but renters can continue to sign up for notification of the opening of future phases.
More than 40,000 renters have visited LaRentHelp.com or contacted 2-1-1 to initiate the application process.
The Louisiana Housing Corporation (LHC) will continue to process applications and follow-up with renters who qualify to receive financial assistance. The program will reopen as additional funds become available. To learn more or receive notice about additional rental resources, visit LaRentHelp.com to subscribe to the mailing list. The LHC will continue to update the program’s website and provide information to Louisiana renters as it becomes available.
Governor John Bel Edwards announced the launch of what will be at least a $24 million emergency rental assistance program for renters experiencing financial hardship as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.
The program is designed to help households financially impacted as a result of shutdowns, closures, layoffs, reduced work hours or unpaid leave due to the pandemic.
This program will also provide financial assistance for Louisiana renters who are not current on their rent and/or at imminent risk of eviction due to COVID-19. Monthly emergency rental payments will be paid according to the amount on the lease agreement, not to exceed the fair market rents for a designated area. The payment amount is dependent upon income, household size and fair market rent prices. All payments will be made directly to landlords.
The Louisiana Emergency Rental Assistance Program is designed to assist households whose income does not exceed $13,500 - $25,450, dependent upon household size.
Renters affected by business shutdowns, closures, layoffs and reduced work hours as well as those receiving enhanced unemployment benefits are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Louisiana Emergency Rental Assistance Program launched Thursday, July 16. Renters may complete an intake form online at LaRentHelp.com or via phone by dialing 2-1-1. Additional information is available by texting "LaRentHelp" to 898-211. For a list of additional resources, programs, and services available to homeowners and/or renters at www.lhc.la.gov.
