City Offers Rental Assistance

PRESS RELEASE

The City of Ames will be implementing a Rental Deposit Assistance Program as part of the 2012-2013 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) programs.

The program is designed to help eligible low-income households with up to $1,200 toward rental deposits and/or first month’s rent. 

Applications will be available for pick-up at Ames City Hall, 515 Clark Ave., Conference Room 233, between 2 to 4 p.m. on the following Thursdays only: March 7, 14, 21, 28, and April 4.

Applications will be processed through June 30 or until funding is depleted. 

Program guidelines, including income limits, are available at www.cityofames.org/housing.  For questions or for more information, call the Housing Hotline at 515.239.5380. 

The Rental Deposit Assistance Program is an equal housing opportunity.