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Documents needed for assistance
Tenant Documents Needed
- Completed CERA Tenant application
- Copy of past-due rent notice, a notice to quit, or a court-ordered summons, complaint or judgment
- Copy of state ID or passport for the tenant applicant (with proof of residency if the address does not match the unit)
- Most current copy of lease agreement in tenant's name (if a written lease was completed)
- Provide all proof of earned and unearned income for household members that live at the property and that are over the age of 18
- Household income/benefits (unemployment, SSI, etc.) for one month, OR
- Copy of submitted 2020 IRS form 1040 (first two pages) OR
- Food Assistance Program Notice of Case Action form (only applicable for households with 3 or less people)
- Copy of ALL utility statements the tenant is responsible for, if applicable
- Copy of Internet bill/statement, if applicable
Landlord Documents Needed
- Completed CERA Landlord Application
- Copy of the lease (if a written lease was completed)
- Ledger showing tenant's payment history in 2020 and 2021
- W-9
- Verification of court costs, if applicable