COVID-19 rental assistance doesn’t have to be a one-and-done proposition. If you’ve already received rental assistance but need more help, ask for more. The money is there.

Below is a short Q&A on how to proceed under various scenarios, with information provided by the state’s Department of Housing and Community Development:

How do I apply for additional rental assistance if I previously completed an application and received rental assistance payments, but the tenant has not recertified for additional assistance?

First, here’s what not to do: Do not submit a new application. Reapplying will slow down processing and may result in an inconsistent application status.

Instead, take the following steps:

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