State Creates UniteCT Rental Assistance Program
I just wanted you to know that the Connecticut Department of Housing introduced UniteCT – a $235 million federally-funded program to assist residents financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic who are struggling to pay their rent and utility bills.
Landlords and utility companies will be eligible to receive up to $10,000 in rental assistance and up to $1,500 in electric utility payments per approved tenant/customer. The program will provide assistance of up to 80 percent of the HUD Area Median Income (AMI).
The 80% AMI for Beacon Falls, Derby and Seymour is:
- Household of 1: $54,950.00
- Household of 2: $62,800.00
- Household of 3: $70,650.00
- Household of 4: $78,500.00
- Household of 5: $84,800.00
- Household of 6: $91,100.00
- Household of 7: $97,350.00
- Household of 8: $103,650.00
More detailed information about the program can be found here. If you qualify, you can begin the application by clicking below. If you have any questions about the program or the application, DOH has provided technical support and guidance: Phone: (844) 864-8328
Email: DOH-UniteCT@ct.gov
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