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BEGINNING JUNE 14, 2021 - Howard County residents impacted by COVID-19 pandemic may be eligible for assistance to pay up to 15 months of past due rent and utility bills to prevent eviction. Due to limited funding, homeowners may be eligible for mortgage assistance up to 12 months. Restrictions may apply.
Household income limits for rental and mortgage assistance programs vary. See below for more details.
Howard County residents may contact one of the participating providers below to complete an application for assistance to pay past due utility bills and rent payments to prevent eviction. Maximum assistance per household is 15 months of rent and utility expenses. Residents that previously received rental assistance are eligible to apply for additional assistance. If you received assistance this year, please return to the same provider. Click here for our full Fact Sheet.
Contact one of the following providers:
Preliminary application criteria:
1. Applicant must be a Howard County resident and provide proof of home address.
2. Applicant must provide evidence of loss of income due to COVID-related job loss, reduction in hours and/or medical illness.
Maximum household income limits up to 80% of HUD area median income.
If you are a homeowner unable to pay your mortgage, behind on your mortgage payments or facing foreclosure due to COVID-19, please print out this application or use this fillable version and send with all required backup documentation to [email protected].
For additional information, please view our frequently asked questions or dial (410) 313-6318 – Option 3.
Are you eligible?
