By Akers Editorial
Lake County accepts applications for emergency rental assistance
Beginning Monday, Feb. 22 at 2 p.m., Lake County residents can apply for rental assistance through the Emergency Rental Assistance Program. Registration for the program will close at 11:59 p.m. on March 21.
Lake County’s Emergency Rental Assistance Program is available for residents who meet the following criteria:
- Primary residence must be in Lake County and applicants must be renters
- Rent must be past due
- Applicants must have a documented financial hardship as a result of COVID-19
- Total household income for calendar year 2020 must be at or below 80% of the area median income for Lake County, as follows:
| Household Size | Qualifying Income |
| 1 | < $40,750 |
| 2 | < $46,550 |
| 3 | < $52,350 |
| 4 | < $58,150 |
| 5 | < $62,850 |
| 6 | < $67,500 |
| 7 | < $72,150 |
| 8 | < $76,800 |
| 9 | < $81,424 |
| 10 | < $86,077 |
To access the application, eligibility criteria, and a list of required documentation, please visit https://lakecountyfl.gov/cares. For residents who require additional guidance with the application process, Lake County will offer appointments for consultation from Feb. 22-26. Residents may schedule a consultation at .
