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Ohio
These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on June 30, 2020.
For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in Ohio, we recommend that you visit the state's Department of Health website.
Description of Program and Relief
Emergency Renter Assistance Fund
The Emergency Rental Assistance Fund (ERAF) will assist approximately 700 eligible households for income loss due to COVID-19 with up to three months of rent payments on a first-come, first-served basis. Payments will be made directly to the landlord and may cover rent, past due rent, late fees, new renter fees and security deposits. Non-rental payments, including utility deposits and moving costs, will be made directly to the vendor.
Government or Lead Agency
City of Toledo
Dates Available
Effective immediately
Eligibility Requirements/Restrictions
Only one application per unit is eligible. Applicants must be the named tenant on the lease of a multifamily unit, duplex or single-family residence. The following additional requirements apply:
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The rental property must be located in the City of Toledo.
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Applicants must have a valid lease for the period that they are asking for assistance.
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Applicants must demonstrate a loss in income due to COVID-19.
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Applicants must fall below the maximum household income requirement, as listed in the link below.
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Applicants must agree to meet monthly with a Financial Opportunity Center coach, and complete all related counseling and assignments.
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The rental property must be registered with the Lucas County Auditor as a Rental Property. One week will be provided to the applicant’s landlord to register the property.
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The applicant’s landlord must be current on Lucas County real estate taxes or be on a repayment plan.
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The applicant’s landlord must agree to accept up to three months of ERAF payments.
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The applicant’s landlord must provide a current federal W-9 information form.
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The applicant’s landlord must agree not to pursue eviction of the beneficiary while receiving ERAF payments.
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The applicant’s landlord must agree to dismiss any pending evictions of the beneficiary.
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The applicant’s landlord must submit an affidavit.
Applicants will be ineligible for assistance if they (i) are a resident of public housing or a unit that benefits from a Section 8 Project Based Voucher, (ii) are a recipient of other government housing subsidies, (iii) occupy a property owned by their relatives and (iv) owe rent payments from before April 1, 2020.
Application Deadlines (If Applicable)
N/A
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