Source:chicago.gov
Chicago COVID-19 Rental and Mortgage Assistance Program
Welcome to the Chicago Housing Assistance Portal. The Department of Housing and the Department of Family and Support Services have several initiatives to provide housing cost assistance to Chicago residents impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.
A lottery (randomized) system is being used for this program to create a level equity and fairness – we expect a higher demand for our assistance programs than the supply of funding available, and a first come, first serve system would favor those applicants who happen to be more experienced using the Internet or who have all the required documents readily available.
A few questions of you should know before you log onto the site of the application.
Are you a renter, a homeowner, unhoused, or in another situation?
Renter Homeowner Unhoused Another situation
How many total people are in your household?
A household includes: yourself, your partner or spouse, and any dependents, such as children or non-working adultsEnter a number
Estimate the monthly income of all working adults in your household.
Please use your household’s most recent monthly income amount (past 30 days, for example)Enter a Dollar amount$
Do you meet any of the following conditions? Your answer to this question will help determine the appropriate next step in your application process. Please answer accurately.
Select as many as needed
I have been served an eviction notice in the past 90 days.I am living “doubled-up” or am “couchsurfing” in another person’s home due to financial hardship.I have moved two or more times in the past three months due to financial hardship.I am currently living in a hotel or motel.I am currently living in a Single Room Occupancy (SRO) or efficiency unit with at least two other people.I have left a publicly funded facility, such as a correctional institution, mental health facility, or other system of care in the past 90 days.I am recently a victim of domestic violence.I have recently become displaced or impacted by fire or flooding in my home.None of these apply to me, but I still need assistance with my housing costs.
Click on this link to fill the application