The City of Mount Rainier Emergency Rental and Utility Assistance Program (ERUAP) is now available to Mount Rainier residents who need assistance with their outstanding rental or utility obligations. Mayor and Council approved the allocation of $50,000 from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) to assist households experiencing financial hardships due to COVID-19.
The City will provide up to $1000 per household to be used to assist with rent or utility bills owed by the tenant.
To be eligible for the City’s ERUAP, applicant must meet the following requirements:
- Household must reside within the boundaries of the City of Mount Rainier.
- Rental address and/or utility address must be for an address within the boundaries of the City of Mount Rainier.
- Rental unit must have a valid rental license issued by the City of Mount Rainier.
- Household’s income or assets must have been directly or indirectly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, including unemployment, reduction in income, sick and unable to work, incurred a significant increase in household expenses, or experiencing other financial hardships related to COVID-19.
- Household must meet income requirements.
The applicant must complete the application (including the ERUAP Tenant Self-Certification Form and ERUAP Landlord Certification Form, if applicable) and provide supporting documents to ensure timely processing.
For more information, you may also contact the City of Mount Rainier at 301-985-6585.