The Eviction and Foreclosure Prevention Program is moving into its second phase, providing support to local business owners. The application for commercial properties will be available at
JacksonvilleCares.com at
noon Thursday, Dec. 10. The program launched phase one at the beginning of the month with assistance for residential properties.
The program, which was established by the City of Jacksonville and Jacksonville Bar Association, will now provide more than $6.4 million to Duval County residents and business owners who may lose their apartment, home or business location due to the economic impact of COVID-19. Grants will be offered to residential tenants, homeowners and business owners on a first come, first served basis until the funds are depleted. Applicants may receive up to $5,000 for a residential property and up to $10,000 for a commercial property, with the payment going directly to the landlord or lender.
As a reminder, applicants must be able to provide the following documents among other eligibility requirements:
Commercial
- A copy of the lease or mortgage
- The landlord or mortgagee W-9
- Proof of a reduction in income, staffing or employee hours of at least 20%
- A copy of the current Duval County Occupational License
- Proof of the ability to make payments of 60 days of rent or mortgage (bank statements)
- A notice from the landlord or mortgagee of pending eviction or foreclosure (if applicable)
Residential
- Identification for all household members
- A copy of the lease or mortgage
- Proof of the ability to make payments of 60 days of rent or mortgage (bank statements)
- A notice from the landlord or mortgagee of pending eviction or foreclosure (if applicable).
About the City of Jacksonville: The City of Jacksonville is the largest city by land mass in the continental United States, serving approximately 900,000 residents. Located in Duval County, City of Jacksonville leadership includes the mayor and a 19-member City Council.
About the Jacksonville Bar Association: The Jacksonville Bar Association's mission is to encourage collegiality and serve our members in the practice of law, aid in the administration of justice, and foster respect for the law and the legal profession. The Jacksonville Bar Association serves as the forum for our profession – willing to take action and try innovative ways to better serve our membership and the public.