The County has increased leasing bonuses five-fold for landlords who rent to veterans experiencing homelessness, aiming to bring more rental units into the system and expand landlord participation.
The County’s Landlord Incentive Program now offers a $2,500 leasing bonus to every newly leased unit, up from $500.
The expanded incentive is funded by a $1.67 million state allocation secured by Sen. Catherine Blakespear in last year’s state budget.
“This investment allows us to bring more units into our housing system and move veterans into stable homes more quickly,” said Housing and Community Development Director David Estrella. “We are grateful for the Board and the state’s support and for every landlord who partners with us to make a real housing difference in our community.”
The incentive program provides a range of support to property owners, including risk mitigation funds, reimbursement of application-related expenses and dedicated staff who work directly with landlords throughout the leasing process.
More than 375 landlords currently partner with the County Housing Authority, providing homes to more than 850 veterans holding VASH vouchers. The County encourages landlords interested in giving back to those who have served to submit an interest form.
