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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 September 3, 2020.

For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in the District of Columbia, we recommend that you visit D.C.'s COVID-19 Recovery Resources or Food Resources.

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Description of Program and Relief

COVID-19 Housing Assistance Program (CHAP)

The Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) has developed the COVID-19 Housing Assistance Program (CHAP) offering rental assistance to low-income renters who are in arrears. Tenants must earn 80% of the Median Family Income (MFI) or below based on the COVID-19 Income & Rent Schedule. Financial assistance will be based on income and household size. Interested applicants are asked to fill out intake information by going to the central intake portal for emergency rental assistance.

Government or Lead Agency

District of Columbia’s Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD)

Dates Available

Assistance can be applied for rent from April 2020 onward for up to 3 months of overdue rent depending on available funds.

Eligibility Requirements/Restrictions

a. Tenants must be District residents who have resided in their unit since February 29, 2020.

b. Tenant must demonstrate they are delinquent on rent.

c. Tenants must earn 80% of the Median Family Income (MFI) or below based on the COVID-19 Income & Rent Schedule.*

d. Tenant must demonstrate that they have been impacted by COVID-19.

* The 2020 Rent Limits are not yet in effect for the CDBG Program and may change at any time.

Application Deadlines (If Applicable)

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Contact for More Information

Visit here for more information and how to prepare documents before applying.

List of Additional Information

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