Buncombe County -- Dec 2, 2020 : Buncombe County Government: Attention Buncombe County residents:

If you are struggling to pay your rent or mortgage, Buncombe Countyโ€™s COVID Housing Assistance Program may be able to help. โ€œWe understand the effects of the pandemic have strained family finances,โ€ says Economic Services Director Phillip Hardin. โ€œWe want our community to know that financial assistance is available to support community members impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic who need support with rent, mortgage, or utilities.โ€

To qualify to receive relief funds earmarked for the Housing Assistance Program, households must meet the following eligibility requirements:

The applicant/household lost income due to COVID-19.
There is a sustainability plan to pay shelter expenses going forward after the County assists with past due bills.
Income limit of 200% of the federal poverty level ($52,400) for a family of four. 
Buncombe County is now accepting inquiries and applications. Please fill out the attached form and return to Buncombe County Health and Human Services or call (828) 250-5500 to be connected with a caseworker to start the application process.

https://www.buncombecounty.org/countycenter/news-detail.aspx?id=18947


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