How long does it take to get approved for rental assistance?
To be approved to receive rental assistance payments, property owners must complete rental assistance paperwork and pass an inspection. While the time required to complete the signing and processing of lease and rental assistance paperwork varies, it typically takes between three-and-six weeks.
What is Kansas emergency rental assistance?
Program Description
The Kansas Emergency Rental Assistance (KERA) program provides rent, utility, and internet assistance to households that have experienced financial hardships during the COVID pandemic. Landlords and tenants apply via a joint online process.
What is rent assistance?
Rental assistance is monetary help with rent that can come from a government agency or a nonprofit. Renting is on the rise on the U.S. and 37% of our nation's households are renter-occupied.
How do I qualify for Section 8 housing in Kansas?
You must meet the income requirements, be a citizen of the United States or have eligible immigration status, be at least 18 years old, and prove that you will be a good tenant. In addition, you must not owe any money back to the KCKHA from a previous tenancy.