Emergency Rental Assistance Program

The Emergency Rental Assistance program makes available funding from the U.S. Department of Treasury to assist households that are unable to pay rent and utilities due to a financial hardship that occurred during the COVID-19 pandemic. Eligible renters and landlords in Charleston County are able to apply – find out if you’re eligible by going to the Renter or Landlord Application.

County pausing new applications starting October 8, 2021

Renter Application and Information

Landlord Application and Information

Get Help Completing Application

If you have been evicted or temporarily displaced and need new rental housing, please click here

For homeowners seeking mortgage assistance, please see information from HUD and SC Housing.

Program Flyer English | Spanish

Questions? Call (855) 452-5374 Monday-Friday (8:30 AM – 4:30 PM) [Spanish available]

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