Montgomery County's Rental Assistance Program

Effective August 5^th, 2013- Montgomery County's Rental Assistance Program (RAP) is now accepting applications.

RAP is a Montgomery County-funded program to help low-income households meet their monthly rental expenses. Assistance is available to legal residents who are disabled, elderly or households of two or more. Eligible customers can receive $50 to $200 per month towards their rental costs.

To apply, households must submit a completed pre-application by mail, fax, or in-person. All households will be placed on a waiting list and contacted by the Rental Assistance Program as openings occur to apply for benefits. Customers can call 240-777-4400 to receive a pre-application or they can download the form from the HHS website.

Documents To Bring

• Proof of gross income for the last thirty days (pay stubs or letter from employer, current award letter for Social Security, SSI, pension, annuity or retirement, child support received, unemployment)
• Financial bank statements for all accounts indicating interest or dividends earned and the principal balances
• Most recently filed  Federal Income Tax Form (1040) with all attachments (including W-2 and 1099 forms)
• Proof of  out-of-pocket child care or medical expenses for the last twelve months

Eligibility Requirements

• You must be a renter in Montgomery County and your rent cannot exceed program limits
• You must be a legal resident of the U.S. or receive Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA) for your children
• Your monthly gross income cannot exceed program limits
• Your household assets must be less than $10,000
• If applying as a one person household, you must be disabled or at least 62 years of age

For more information regarding RAP, please visit the Montgomery County DHHS website at http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/HHS-Program/SNHS/SNHSRental-p743.html#apply