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LA County Landlords Can Now Apply For Relief From COVID Losses
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The application period starts today for Los Angeles County's Rent Relief Program.
Who it applies to: Eligible landlords in L.A. County who experienced financial setbacks during the COVID-19 pandemic — mostly from tenants not being able to keep up with rent payments — can now apply for relief.
What applicants should know: More than $68 million is available through the program, but L.A. County's Department of Consumer and Business Affairs says funding will be prioritized for applicants who have experienced the most financial stress.
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How to apply: Applicants can submit applications through the L.A. County Rent Relief Program until 11:59 p.m., Jan. 12.
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