The Hallandale Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (HBCRA), in Broward County, offers up to $7,200 to assist low-income tenants who are unable to cope with a recent rent increase. Assistance is limited to residents of the CRA district who meet the economic and housing requirements.
The Rental Stabilization Program provides up to $600 per month for a maximum of 12 months. The funds are paid directly to the landlord, and the amount approved depends on the evaluation of each application and the available funds.
The call for the fiscal year 2026-2027 sets the deadline for June 30, 2027, provided that funds are available. The submission of the complete file requires an appointment in advance.
Who can apply for assistance?
The applicant must have resided in Hallandale Beach for at least six months and must demonstrate that their residence is within the boundaries of the CRA district. Living in another area of the city or in Broward County does not qualify for this program.
For families seeking assistance with the entry costs of a home in another city in Broward, Miramar offers a program of up to 8,000 dollars that has its own requirements and municipal scope.
Household income cannot exceed 80% of the median for the Broward area, depending on the number of members. The 2026 table included in the official form sets, for example, annual limits of $71,000 for one person, $81,150 for two, and $101,400 for four.
A signed rental agreement is also required, in the applicant's name and lasting at least one year. The landlord must agree to participate in the program and complete the W-9 tax form if assistance is approved.
As a general rule, the rent increase should be 15% or more. However, the HBCRA allows for the evaluation of cases with lower increases and may request additional documentation to verify economic hardships and the need for assistance.
Only one person per household can submit the application. Priority is given to individuals aged 60 and over and households with minors.
Documents and payment conditions
The required documentation includes a photo ID, tax return from the last year along with the W-2 forms, salary statements, and bank statements from the last three months, as well as proof of other income when applicable. The agency requests these documents from the individuals included in the rental agreement.
It is necessary to verify the increase with documentation from the owner, such as a notarized letter or contracts that allow for a comparison between the previous and new rent. The current and signed annual contract must also be submitted.
If the monthly increase exceeds the $600 that HBCRA can provide, the applicant must submit a plan to cover the difference. Those who receive Section 8 or another housing subsidy must provide a current copy of the voucher and a letter from HUD authorizing the increase.
Once the assistance is approved, the tenant must prove each month that they have paid their portion of the rent before the payment is released to the landlord. The form notes that this agency payment can be issued up to 45 days after the first day of the month.
What happens if this assistance has already been received?
Households are ineligible if the applicant or any member has received assistance from this program in the past 12 months.
Additionally, there is a discrepancy regarding the total number of shares: the official website and the certification signed by the applicant specify one share, while page 2 of the form mentions a maximum of two. Those who have already been beneficiaries must clarify their situation with the HBCRA before obtaining a new grant.
How to submit the application
The agency processes requests in the order they are received and based on the completeness of the application, subject to available funding. Submitting a request does not guarantee approval or the maximum amount.
Interested parties must download the form, gather the documents, and schedule an appointment to submit the complete file. The office indicated in the application is located at 400 South Federal Highway, office 239, Hallandale Beach, Florida 33009, and the program's phone number is 954-988-2631.
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