1 Person	$16,611
2 Persons	$18,984
3 Persons	$21,357
4 Persons	$23,730
5 Persons	$25,628
6 Persons	$27,527
7 Persons	$29,425
8 Persons	$31,324

 

Applying for the Rental Allowance Program

• Request a Preliminary Application from the Allegany County Department of Community Services -Housing Services Division at (301) 777-2372.
• Complete the Preliminary Application.
• Obtain a referral or third party documentation detailing the critical/emergency situation.
• Submit the completed Preliminary Application with required documentation attached.

 

Rental Allowance Program Subsidies

 

*Note the RAP provides a set subsidy based on the number of persons in the household. In addition, each unit placed under the RAP must pass a minimal housing inspection to insure that the unit meets basic health and safety regulations.

 

Extension of Assistance

 

The Rental Allowance Program is not designed to extend assistance beyond a limited period of time, typically six months, unless the applicant has completed the mandatory case management provided through the Human Resources Development Commission, Inc. through their Homeless Services Program. Completion of case management allows for an extension of assistance of up to six additional months allowing families/individuals to receive assistance for a total of 12 months. Additional extensions must be submitted to the State of Maryland for approval.

 

For More Information or to Request a Preliminary Application
Contact the Allegany County Department of Community Services, 
Housing Services Division
Telephone:  (301) 777-2372