March 8, 2022 3:20 a.m.

The Oregon Emergency Rental Assistance Program will close on Monday and stop accepting new applications.

A release from Oregon Housing and Community Services said the portal reopened on January 26th for a limited time after the Oregon State Legislature allocated $100 million to support renters facing eviction. The state had paused accepting new applications on December 1st, due to dwindling federal funds.

A release from Oregon Housing and Community Services said due to demonstrated ongoing need and feedback from community and housing stakeholders, OHCS has redirected additional resources to help tenants applying for OERAP. Nearly $13 million in funds have been redirected to more renters applying for assistance. The additional funds will support an estimated 1,900 households. Upon review, applications will be approved for payment or denied. The decision will be based on the highest need, not on a first come first served basis.

To apply, go to www.oregonrentalassistance.org