State Now Accepting COVID Rent Relief Applications Through Feb. 1

Newsday: The state has reopened applications for the COVID Rent Relief Program and will accept submissions under broader eligibility criteria through Feb. 1.

New York started taking submissions Friday morning and will use new qualifications to review forms received during a prior application period, according to Homes and Community Renewal, the state agency administering the program. Recipients will benefit from subsidies issued to their landlord, which cover a portion of their rent for up to four months.