Homeless Prevention Program (HPP)

HPP provides temporary rental assistance, utility assistance, and light case management directly related to the prevention of homelessness. The program is designed to stabilize individuals and families at risk of homelessness.

Who can receive these services?

Persons who may be eligible include households that are in immediate danger of eviction, or homelessness or are currently homeless but have been able to secure a lease. The household must document a temporary and recent economic crisis beyond its control. Households must be able to demonstrate an ability to meet the prospective rental/utility obligations after the assistance has been granted based on income by providing proof of employment.

Criteria for Program

• Must be at risk of homelessness (eviction notice, or past due rent)
• Verifiable Income (rent must not exceed 55% of monthly income)
• Must be able to document a temporary economic crisis
  • Medical Emergency
  • Natural Disaster
  • Substantial Change in Family Composition
  • Loss of Employment (must have obtained employment or be a dual income household)
  • Victimization by Criminal Activity
  • Illegal Action by a Landlord
  • Loss of a Public Benefit