Osceola County offering rental assistance for families in need

Osceola County is now accepting applications for a new round of emergency rental and utility assistance to residents in need.

The Emergency Rental Assistance program is open to individuals and families in Osceola County that are at or below 50% of the area median income, including those that have been on unemployment for at least 90 days.

A variety of documents and records are need to apply, and may be submitted through the county’s online portal.

All applicants must be residents of Osceola County and must have lived here for a minimum of six months. The applicants must be delinquent on rent by at least one month, and must be in a current rental lease.

In addition to rental and utility assistance, the county is offering eviction prevention assistance.

To read the criteria and full qualifications for any form of assistance, or to apply, visit the Osceola County Housing Office webpage.

Most Popular

Attempted murder suspect dead after officer-involved shooting in downtown Orlando

An attempted murder suspect was shot and killed by a police officer on Wednesday evening after he pulled out a gun and fired a round during a traffic stop in downtown Orlando.

Stephan Sterns indicted for murder of 13-year-old Madeline Soto

Stephan Sterns has been charged with first-degree murder in connection with the death of 13-year-old Madeline Soto.

JCPenney theft suspects wanted by Clermont police

The Clermont Police Department is asking for help from the public to identify two individuals wanted in connection with a theft at a local department store.  

Missing teen dies after crashing stolen vehicle in Apopka, police say

A missing teenager from Apopka was killed on Wednesday morning after crashing a vehicle that had been reported as stolen.

Sublime headlines music festival at Central Florida Fairgrounds this weekend

Recently reunited Sublime will headline the Brightside Music Festival at the Central Florida Fairgrounds this weekend.

Free beer at SeaWorld Orlando for limited time

As part of a 60th anniversary celebration, SeaWorld Orlando is offering a free beer to guests over the age of 21.
Orlando
scattered clouds
79.3 ° F
83.1 °
74.9 °
50 %
4.2mph
40 %
Fri
87 °
Sat
81 °
Sun
79 °
Mon
85 °
Tue
75 °