The Iowa Rent and Utility Assistance Program may provide eligible renters with help with rent and utility bills.

This program is managed by the Iowa Finance Authority.

Eligible Households

Renter households with incomes of no more than 80% of Area Median Income.

One or more individuals in the household have qualified for unemployment benefits or has experienced a reduction in household income, incurred significant costs, or experienced other financial hardship due directly or indirectly to the coronavirus outbreak.

The household can demonstrate a risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability which may include a past due utility or rent notice or eviction notice.