Rent relief program continues until March 2022

Published on January 24, 2022

San Mateo County still offers emergency rental assistance to San Mateo County residents who have experienced a financial hardship due to COVID-19 and have been unable to pay their rent and/or utilities. The program is for both eligible tenants and landlords, and proof of citizenship is not required. Eligible tenants and landlords may apply for assistance with utilities in addition to rent. Qualifying renters and landlords are eligible for 100% of rent and utilities owed. Depending on your rental property address, you may be eligible for a local program. Enter the address you are applying for rental assistance in the search box.

Program highlights:

• Free financial assistance is available to landlords and renters who need help with unpaid or future rent or utilities.
• Landlords and renters are both encouraged to apply.
• Income-eligible applicants may qualify regardless of immigration status and will not be required to show proof of citizenship.
• Assistance from the CA COVID-19 Rent Relief program does not count as earned income (for renters) and will not affect eligibility for any other state benefit assistance programs, such as CalFresh or CalWORKS.
• All applicant information is kept private and will not be shared.
• Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. Priority assistance will be given to income eligible households most at-risk of eviction.
• Once an application has been successfully processed, both the landlord and renter will be notified of next steps.

Renters and landlords impacted by COVID-19 who need help with rent should apply immediately, before funding runs out. To check eligibility requirements, apply or find a Local Partner Network organization who can assist you further, visit HousingIsKey.com or call 833-430-2122, toll free. Learn more about the CA COVID-19 Rent Relief program.