Rental Arrears Assistance Programs Available

*Updated* Suffolk County’s Tenant-Based Rental Assistance Program is
currently at capacity, and no new applications are being reviewed at this
time. However, any new applications will go on a waitlist. The Program
will supplement rental housing costs for families of low-to-moderate income for up to 24
months (based on funding availability and lease dates). Please note this is not for rental
arrears but for a security deposit or rental assistance going forward. Please visit Suffolk
County’s website for program guidelines and to download a copy of the application.

Town of Brookhaven Home ARP Rental Arrears Assistance Program opened on October 1,
2025. This program provides assistance for eligible residents on a first-come, first-served
basis until all funds are exhausted. For more information and to apply, please visit Long
Island Housing Partnership’s website.

Town of Babylon’s Tenant-Based Rental Assistance Program opened on December 18th,
2023. This program is for extremely low-income households who are in rental arrears to help
residents regain housing stability and prevent homelessness. For more information and to
apply, please visit Long Island Housing Partnership’s website.

Advocacy Tip: If you believe you or a client has been discriminated against by a
current or potential landlord based on your race, religion, disability, nationality, or any
other protected characteristic, you can make a complaint with the New York Division of
Human Rights. Further, it is illegal in New York State for anyone to deny you housing
based on the type of lawful income you receive. Complaints can be made at 1-888-392-
3644 or dhr.ny.gov. Early intervention is available for Housing Choice Voucher (Section
8) holders facing discrimination. Housing Choice Voucher Holders Complaints can be
made at (844) 697-3471 or visiting dhr.ny.gov/report.

Legal Services of Long Island, in partnership with Empire Justice Center, can now assist Nassau and Suffolk
residential tenants with housing-related legal problems (like eviction) and a household income of up to 80%
of the Area Median Income. Services are available through this partnership regardless of immigration status.
Please call the office closest to you to see if you are eligible for legal services. Interpreters are available.
Suffolk residents west of 112 can call 631-232-2400, and east of 112 can call 631-369-1112. Nassau
residents can call 516-292-8100.