Tenant Resources
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ’s)
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Rental assistance information - https://housing.nv.gov/Resources/COVID-19/Renter_Assistance/
Where can I get help with rent payments? - If you are one of the many Nevadan’s struggling to pay your monthly rent due to being impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic the Governor, in partnership with the Treasurer’s office, has created the CARES Housing Assistance Program to provide help.
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Legal aid resources for those that qualify - https://www.nvbar.org/lawyerreferral/pro-bono-for-the-public/
Where can I get legal help? - The U.S. Federal Poverty Line (FPL) for a single person is $12,880. For a family of four it’s $26,500. In Nevada, legal aid organizations may assist those with legal needs living from 125% - 200% of the FPL. Check with your local legal aid service provider for income eligibility criteria. Some senior services have no income requirements for those at least 60 years of age.
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Not income-eligible? - Use the State Bar of Nevada’s Lawyer Referral Service
Court Self-Help Centers – Court self-help centers are located in Las Vegas and Reno.
Las Vegas - Civil Law Self-Help Center - https://www.civillawselfhelpcenter.org/forms/eviction-housing-forms
Reno - https://www.washoecourts.com/lawlibrary/onlineresources
https://www.lacsn.org/who-we-are/legal-aid-in-the-news/new-toolkit-for-anyone-impacted-by-covid-19
COVID-19 Toolkit - If you lost your job or are struggling with debt, this toolkit is for you. It contains information & tips to get you through some of the issues you may be facing as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak.
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Nevada CARES Housing Assistance Program - Landlords may direct tenants to apply at one of the links