Important Message!
Due to the high volume of applications there may be a longer wait time before you hear back from an ERAP eligibility specialist. If you have questions regarding your pending applications, please call 336-703-3700 or send an email to forsytherap@forsyth.cc.
The City of Winston-Salem and Forsyth County have received federal funds under the Emergency Rental Assistance Program to assist low-income residents who were behind on their rent or utilities payments because of the COVID-19 pandemic (directly or indirectly).
The program was for all renters residing in the City of Winston-Salem and Forsyth County with a household income 80% or less of area median income (see chart below) and financially impacted by COVID-19.
The Emergency Rental Assistance Program was for renters only. ERAP assisted with rent and/or utilities, including electricity, water/sewer, trash removal, natural gas, propane, fuel oil and internet (special conditions apply for Internet assistance).
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INCOME LIMITS FOR HOUSEHOLD SIZES 1 TO 8 | ||||||||
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1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | |
50% income limit* | $24,150 | $27,600 | $31,050 | $34,450 | $37,250 | $40,000 | $42,750 | $45,500 |
80% income limit | $38,600 | $44,100 | $49,600 | $55,100 | $59,550 | $63,950 | $68,350 | $72,750 |
*80% is the eligibility limit and 50% is for priority processing. |
The tenant must fill out the Tenant Application and provide the following documentation: