| Housing Choice Voucher Program (HCVP) |
Subsidy based on income and Fair Market Rent (FMR). |
Apply through local Public Housing Authorities (PHAs). Waiting lists may be closed in some counties. |
High; long waiting lists and limited availability. |
Several months to years due to waiting lists. |
Website: HUD Maryland |
| Public Housing Program |
Subsidized rent based on income for eligible families, elderly, and disabled individuals. |
Apply online or through local Public Housing Authorities (PHAs). |
High; long waiting lists and strict eligibility criteria. |
Several months to years due to waiting lists. |
Website: HABC Public Housing |
| Assisted Housing Relief Program |
Assistance for tenants in state-funded multifamily rental communities. |
Contact Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development directly. |
Moderate; eligibility tied to specific properties. |
4-6 weeks after approval if funds are available. |
Email: dhcd.rentalhousing@maryland.gov; Phone: 1-800-543-4505 |
| Section 811 Project Rental Assistance |
Subsidized housing for people with disabilities and low income. |
Apply through local housing authorities or Maryland Department of Disabilities. |
High; limited availability and strict eligibility criteria. |
Variable; depends on property availability. |
Website: Section 811 Program |
| Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) |
Up to 15-18 months of rent, utilities, and housing-related costs. |
Tenants or landlords can apply via the application portal or property manager. |
Moderate; requires detailed documentation and eligibility verification. |
4-8 weeks after approval if funds are available. |
Email: dhcd.rentrelief@maryland.gov; Phone: 877-546-5595 |
| Maryland Rental Allowance Program |
12-month subsidy for critical housing needs. |
Contact DHCD for application details. |
Moderate; funds are limited and eligibility is strict. |
Variable; depends on fund availability. |
Website: DHCD Maryland |
| Emergency Shelters |
Short-term housing for individuals and families experiencing homelessness. |
Contact local shelters or call 211 Maryland for immediate assistance. |
Low; immediate access may be available for urgent cases. |
Immediate in most cases if space is available. |
Dial 211 Maryland for resources or visit 211 Maryland |
| Transitional Housing Programs |
Longer-term housing with supportive services to help individuals achieve self-sufficiency. |
Contact transitional housing providers directly or call 211 Maryland for referrals. |
Moderate; space availability varies by program. |
Weeks to months depending on program capacity. |
Dial 211 Maryland or visit Maryland Locator |
| Homeless Services Programs |
Services like street outreach, recovery housing, and permanent housing assistance. |
Contact local homeless service providers or call 211 Maryland for referrals. |
Moderate; depends on service type and funding availability. |
Varies by program type (immediate to months). |
Dial 211 Maryland or visit 211 Maryland |
| Maryland Community Services Locator |
N/A (resource directory for services like food pantries, utility assistance, etc.). |
Search services online using the locator tool or call for assistance finding resources near you. |
Low; easy access to information online or via phone support. |
Immediate access to information online or by phone. |
Website: Maryland Community Services Locator |
| LifeStyles of Maryland |
Various services including financial assistance, housing services, transportation aid, etc. |
Contact LifeStyles directly via email or phone for assistance with programs offered in your area. |
Low; depends on service type and funding availability locally. |
Immediate to weeks depending on service type. |
Email: HousingAndHomelessServices@lifestylesofmd.org; Website: LifeStyles of MD |
| 211 Maryland |
N/A (connects individuals with community resources like shelters and rental aid). |
Dial 211 or use the website to search for resources near you based on your needs. |
Low; immediate access via phone or website search tool. |
Immediate access via phone or website search tool. |
Website: 211 Maryland |
