If you're a Los Angeles residential tenant or landlord struggling with the economic effects of the pandemic, you can apply for the Emergency Renters Relief Program starting Monday. The application process will be open for five days starting at 8 a.m. on July 13, and closing at 11:59 p.m. on July 17. This program will grant up to $1,000 per month with a maximum grant of $2,000 per household and will be paid directly to the tenant’s landlord on behalf of the tenant. Eligible tenants for this program are those whose household income is at or below 80% of the area median income regardless of immigration status. If you're interested in applying, you can apply online at hcidla.lacity.org or you can call the Application Hotline at 844-944-1868 between 8 a.m. and 10 p.m. from July 13-17. If you have hearing or speech impairments, you can call 844-325-1398 during the same hours.
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