Real Estate
Maplewood Tenants And Landlords Affected By COVID Can Seek Grant
Essex County opened applications this past Thursday on a first-come, first-served basis to those who need help with rent or utilities.
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — Essex County began accepting applications Thursday for its 2021 Emergency Rental Assistance Program grants. Renters or their landlords who were negatively affected by the COVID-19 pandemic may apply; landlords would be applying on behalf of tenants.
Those awarded a grant can use the grant money for rent or utility bills. County offices will request information from applicants including income and a copy of their lease.
Awards will be granted on a first-come, first-served basis, officials said.
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Eric Kiefer contributed to this story.
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