Applications continue to be accepted to assist Citrus County Residents with Eviction Prevention

 Citrus County Housing Services Eviction Prevention Program continues to assist very low-income and low-income residents impacted by the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Priority shall be on a first-qualified, first served basis and is limited to a one time award. Payments will be made directly to the landlord and a valid lease must be in place.

Funding for this program is available through the State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Program. A household must meet the following criteria to qualify:

•             Must be a Citrus County resident.

•             Household income must be less than 80% of the average median income (see below). (80%) Income Limits 1 Person

$31,300

2 Person

$35,800

3 Person

$40,250

4 Person

$44,700

5 Person

$48,300

6 Person

$51,900

7 Person

$55,540

8 Person

$59,050

•             Must have a documented loss of income related to COVID-19 that resulted in missed rental payments and in danger of being evicted.

For more information about the Housing Services Eviction Prevention Program, please call at (352) 527-7520.