Click Clayton
For Immediate Release
April 2, 2021
NEWS RELEASE
Project RESET: Clayton County COVID-19 Relief for Residents
(Clayton County)–The Clayton County Board of Commissioners is committed to providing resources to help residents affected by the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Residents are encouraged to apply online for housing, mortgage and utility assistance by accessing the website: relief.claytoncountyga.gov.
Project Renters Emergency Subsidy for Eligible Tenants (RESET), a stabilization program that supports families to maintain safe and stable housing, is open to eligible Clayton County residents to apply. Residents who do not have access to a computer or smartphone may call (770) 347-0364 to schedule an appointment to receive help with the application process. Applicants must upload or scan the required documents as attachments when completing the electronic form. The property owner may assist the tenant with scanning only with permission from the resident/renter.
Required Documents:
· Proof of income and number of people in household
· Proof of unemployment filing (if applicable)
· Copy of State ID for everyone 18 years old and over in your household
· Proof of COVID-19 related hardship
· Copy of mortgage statement (if applicable)
· Full lease agreement
· Late notice or letter from landlord or mortgage company stating current full amount due with detailed breakdown of all charges dated within five days of when application is submitted
· Social Security Card (include for each person age 6 and over)
Applications are processed within 30 business days.
“The COVID-19 pandemic continues to create many day-to-day challenges for our residents and their families,” said Chief Operating Officer Detrick Stanford. “The Clayton County Board of Commissioners is working to leverage every opportunity with our partners and other entities that have resources available for those who need assistance.”
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Prevention has extended the moratorium/ban for eviction until June 30, 2021.
For more information and resources, residents may also access www.claytoncountyhud.com.
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