Emergency Rental Assistance (ERAP/ERA2)
Because of the success of the Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) and limited availability of remaining funds, Richland County is no longer accepting applications for ERAP or Emergency Rental Assistance 2 (ERA2).
Those who already have applied for assistance can still access their account to check their status through the participant portal here or call a customer service representative at 855-216-9198 for assistance.
Renters facing eviction or needing immediate assistance should use the County’s Government & Community Services resource guide to find contact information for community organizations that can help meet their needs.
Background
The U.S. Department of Treasury awarded Richland County Government $12.5 million to help local households unable to pay rent and utilities because of the COVID-19 pandemic. The funding was made available through ERAP, which was enacted in December 2020.
Through ERA2, a similar federal program enacted in March 2021, the County received another $9.9 million to continue supporting renters at risk of eviction.
To date, the County has approved more than $17 million in aid for residents through ERAP and ERA2.