On June 30, 2021, Governor Wolf signed PA Act 24 of 2021 into law, allowing DHS to implement and administer the expanded program, commonly referred to as ERAP2. ERAP1 was implemented on March 8, 2021 and ended September 30, 2022. ERAP2 is currently taking applications. Pennsylvanians can apply online through COMPASS.
Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (PHFA)- PHFA offers rental assistance programs, including the Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP). This program provides financial assistance to eligible households who have experienced a COVID-19-related hardship.
Can I apply for Erap twice NYC? Yes, you can apply for other rental assistance, but if awarded assistance through ERAP, you must report information about any other assistance you applied for, or received, to ERAP so that you do not receive duplicate payments.
An eviction hardship extension, also known as a hardship stay of eviction, is a legal directive that temporarily suspends eviction proceedings. It serves as a lifeline for renters facing crisis and provides temporary relief from the imminent threat of eviction.