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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 9, 2020.

For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in Virginia, we recommend that you visit the Coronavirus (COVID-19) in Virginia portal, the Virginia Chamber of Commerce's State Resources list or the USDA's COVID-19 Waivers & Flexibilities for Virginia.

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Description of Program and Relief

Virginia Rent and Mortgage Relief Program (“RMRP”)

The Virginia Rent and Mortgage Relief Program will provide short-term financial assistance to households facing eviction or foreclosure due to COVID-19 in the form of rent and mortgage payments. The program provides $50 million in federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act funding, which will be administered by the Department of Housing and Community Development through a variety of partners, including nonprofit organizations and local governments. Eligible households receiving funding will also receive housing counseling and other technical assistance.

Government or Lead Agency

Office of the Virginia Governor

Department of Housing and Community Development

Dates Available

Available now

Eligibility Requirements/Restrictions

Households facing eviction or foreclosure due to COVID-19 may be eligible. Monthly rent or mortgage must be at or below 150 percent Fair Market Rent (FMR), and eligible households must have a gross household income at or below 80 percent of area median income (AMI). To conduct a self-assessment for eligibility, visit dhcd.virginia.gov/eligibility or call 211 VIRGINIA by dialing 2-1-1 from your phone.

Priority will be given to eligible households as follows:

  • From June 29 to July 20, priority will be given to households with current gross incomes equal to or below 50 percent of AMI.

  • After July 20, households with current gross incomes at or below 80 percent of AMI will be also be included.

  • Households with an unlawful detainer action dated prior to June 8 will be given top consideration.

Application Deadlines (If Applicable)

N/A

Contact for More Information

Office of the Governor: Alena Yarmosky, Alena.Yarmosky@governor.virginia.gov

Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development: Amanda Love, Amanda.Love@dhcd.virginia.gov, (804) 624-9215

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