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You have past due rent.
What does it mean to be "ready to upload"?
- Your documentation meets the date and content requirements;
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You have your documentation available as a legible:
- High resolution scan as a Jpeg, PNG, or PDF;
- High resolution photo as a Jpeg or PNG;
- Downloaded PDF from the original document provider
- You have either an email address or a cell phone number capable of receiving texts (data and messaging rates from your provider apply);
It is important to check the legibility of your photos and/or scans otherwise it can delay your application. Not sure if your documents are legible?
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If you do not have the ability to get digital copies of your documents, you can:
FAX:
WATER UTILITY FAX: (440) 398-8081
MAILING ADDRESS:
ATTN: You have past due rent.
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Be sure to include your application number on your fax cover sheet
To process your application the I Have Past Due Rent program needs to collect documents to show you are eligible and your expenses can be covered. Further information can be found at I Have Past Due Rent.org or by calling 211. Please have ready at least one in each category:
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Documentation Checklist
Please make sure you have copies of all your required documents ready for uploading or for faxing or mailing:
To process your application the I Have Past Due Rent program needs to collect documents to show you are eligible and your expenses can be covered. Further information can be found at I Have Past Due Rent.org or by calling 211. Please have ready at least one in each category:
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Identification of Head of Household
state issued ID, driver’s license, passport, ITIN, Tribal ID, or other form of ID
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Rental Agreement
A signed lease
A rental agreement from your property manager (template provided in the application)
If you do not have or cannot get a rental agreement, other documents that show you pay rent at your address such as canceled checks, bank statements, or utility bills in your name
- Property Manager’s Contact Information
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Income Eligibility Documents for All Adults
Year 2020 tax documents such as 1040, W2, 1099
Two months of pay stubs or other pay documents, only if you do not have 2020 tax documents
In some cases where you cannot document your income or have no income you will be able to apply without documents
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Assistance Request Documents
A past due rent statement, tenant ledger, or invoice from your property manager showing what you owe
Past due utility bills including water, sewer, power, gas, electric, fuels, trash
Bills for other housing expenses such as eviction filing fees and court fees
Please note you cannot request reimbursement for expenses you have already paid
Do you have all your documents ready?