The Rental Assistance Portal is currently accepting applications for the Indiana Emergency Rental Assistance (IERA) program. This program can provide up to 12 months in rental assistance to help cover past due and ongoing monthly rent and utility payments for qualifying Indiana renters.

Important Note: Individuals living in Hamilton County, Lake County, Marion County (Indianapolis), the City of Fort Wayne, and St. Joseph County are not eligible to apply for the IERA program. Households living in these areas must apply for rental assistance with their local municipality.

• Hamilton County
• Lake County
• Marion County
• St. Joseph County
• City of Fort Wayne

Information on the IERA rental assistance program may be found at: https://www.in.gov/ihcda/homeowners-and-renters/rental-assistance. The page contains helpful information for renters, landlords, and utility providers and helpful assistance examples and a list of frequently asked questions.

Access the Vendor Portal if you are a landlord or utility company.

If you are unable to complete the application online, please call 2-1-1 to get assistance with completing and submitting an Indiana Emergency Rental Assistance application.

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