Baltimore County has extended the deadline for accepting new applications. The portal will close on July 8 at 8 p.m. See below for updated eligibility requirements and instructions on completing an application.
Housing Choice Vouchers and Other Rental Subsidies
Tenants receiving a Housing Choice Voucher or other rental subsidy through the Baltimore County Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) who are in need of rental assistance may submit an application below.
Eligibility Requirements
If you meet the following criteria, you may be eligible for available funds.
- Baltimore County resident
- Must need assistance for your current residence
- At risk of losing rental housing due to COVID-19 financial hardship or income loss, or qualify for unemployment
- At or below 80 percent area median income (detailed below)
- Have not previously received federal rental assistance unless at imminent risk of eviction (defined as having received a warrant of restitution)
Per federal funding guidelines, households with incomes less than 50 percent of AMI and households with one or more members that have been unemployed for at least 90 days prior to the household's application for assistance are to be prioritized.
Income Limits
Applicants must have gross annual income at or below the following levels to be eligible:
| Household Size | Gross Annual Income Limit |
|---|---|
| 1 | $62,600 |
| 2 | $71,550 |
| 3 | $80,500 |
| 4 | $89,400 |
| 5 | $96,600 |
| 6 | $103,750 |
| 7 | $110,900 |
| 8 | $118,050 |
Application Instructions
Please follow the instructions below to complete your application:
- Select the Apply Now button below.
- Complete the required fields and select Register.
- An email will be sent with a link to update your password. Remember to check all folders for your reset email.
- Log in to the upgraded system with your updated password.
- Your application must be completed in its entirety before it can be referred to a non-profit agency.
If you experience any technical issues with your application please call our Rent Relief hotline at 844-664-1075, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Requesting Possible Legal Representation
For possible representation at your hearing, the following organizations have partnered with the County to offer limited legal services.
Maryland Legal Aid Bureau, Inc.
In order to be represented by Maryland Legal Aid, you must open a case with their organization. Call 410-427-1800 during business hours, Monday through Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., to begin the process. Representation by Maryland Legal Aid is offered at no cost for income-qualified persons.
Pro Bono Resource Center of Maryland
The Pro Bono Resource Center of Maryland (PBRC) offers free legal assistance to tenants whose landlords have filed a court case against them. In some cases, the attorneys can offer advice or assistance with cases where a judgment has already been entered. Call PBRC's Tenant Hotline at 443-703-3053 and leave a detailed message including your name and contact information.
Additional Resources
Baltimore County residents are also eligible for the following resources:
Homelessness
For those currently homeless or at imminent risk of becoming homeless, call 410-887-8463 for assistance.Partner Organizations
The County has partnered with the following organizations to assist those facing eviction or other housing-related legal actions. These organizations also provide financial coaching and counseling, assistance negotiating with landlords, referrals to legal services and renter's tax credit applications:- Fair Housing Action Center (FHAC)
- Maryland Legal Aid
- Pro Bono Resource Center
- Saint Ambrose Housing Center
Financial Navigator Program Session
Call 311 Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., or complete the online form, to be referred to the CASH Campaign of Maryland, which can help connect you to housing, utility or food assistance; healthcare, tax credits and more.District Court Self-Help Resource Centers
Residents who have already received an eviction notice or have a court date can contact the centers, which provide free, limited, legal services for individuals who are not represented by an attorney in civil cases. The centers can be reached on weekdays from 8:30 a.m. until 8 p.m. by calling 410-260-1392 or via online chat.
For Landlords
Please work with your tenants to submit applications together and ensure that all contact information is accurate. Any inaccurate information included in the application may delay processing time.