The Rutherford County Democratic Party (RCDP) announced today that they will be a community partner with the Rutherford County COVID-19 Rental Relief program which starts taking applications today, March 8.
The program is funded through the U.S. Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 and provides rent and utility assistance to prevent eviction and homelessness due to the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Rutherford County government has received almost $10 million dollars to help those that meet the program requirements with back rent/utility and future rent.
The RCDP launched the Housing Help Project today to accept calls and emails to help those in Rutherford County navigate applying for rental relief. The RCDP does not have any involvement with the approval or disbursement of funds, but they are proud to be a community partner and are ready to help with the application process.
“Rutherford County Democrats are very excited to be a community partner to our county government as they administer almost $10 million dollars in rent and utility assistance in our communities,” said RCDP Chair Kelly Northcutt. “This program has the potential of stabilizing families and the local housing market, preventing homelessness, and relieving some of the stress faced by Rutherford families, caused by the pandemic’s effect on employment.”
To contact the RCDP for help in completing the application, please email housinghelp@rcdp.org or call 615.270.8543
For more information about the Rutherford County COVID-19 Rental Relief program including qualifications and links to apply, visit http://rutherfordcountytn.gov/rental-relief-program.
Assistance is based on the availability of funding. Landlords and tenants may both apply.
ABOUT THE RUTHERFORD COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY: The Rutherford County Democratic Party (RCDP) stands for opportunity for ALL, strong families and communities, and effective and accountable government. The RCDP strives to connect Democrats in Rutherford County and works to get Democrats elected at every level of government. For more information about the RCDP, visit rcdp.org.
