Texas Housing Relief Updates: Texas Rent Relief and Texas Supreme Court Order

DCH offers housing that is a mix of affordable and attainable units. The Texas Rent Relief (TRR) Program is an assistance program administered by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs(TDHCA). The agency allocated 96 million in federal funds to assist those in need. For those who qualify, utility and rental assistance is available. If you are in a situation where you are facing eviction, your case will be prioritized. 

This program is helping thousands who are experiencing financial hardship due to the lack of affordable housing options and rising costs of living in Texas. It started during the COVID-19 pandemic and has distributed over 2 billion to Texans in need and helped over 300,000s. Both landlords and tenants are able to apply for assistance. One of the missions of DCH is helping educate our community on the assistance available. Here is the direct portal that will open from March 14-28. When the portal opens, applications can be submitted online or by calling 833-989-7368.

The extension of applications for rent and utility assistance is in alignment with a recent Texas Supreme Court emergency order extending rental assistance until May of 2023. Many in our community are experiencing difficulties with housing affordability long after the pandemic, which underscores the importance of affordable and attainable housing solutions in Dallas, and nationwide. DCH  will periodically post updates and ways for our community to recover and accept the assistance available.