Landlords Can Now Apply Directly

Iowa’s new rental assistance program allows landlords to apply for funding on behalf of tenants who have suffered financial hardship due to COVID-19. The initiative, called the Iowa Rent and Utility Assistance Program, provides assistance in the form of direct payments to landlords. 

Eligible households may receive assistance for up to 12 months of past-due rent and utilities, dating back to March 13, 2020, and up to three months of future rental payments.

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This article is written by Jodie McDougal with Dentons Davis Brown law firm. 

IAR is a client of Dentons Davis Brown.