The Housing Development Corporation of Rock Hill provides financial assistance to help individuals and families transition from a hotel or motel to permanent housing. This program covers eligible move-in costs, including the first month’s rent, security deposit, and lease-required move-in fees. Funding is limited. If you are eligible, apply as soon as possible.

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Eligibility Requirements:

• You must currently reside in a hotel, motel, or extended stay within Rock Hill city limits. 

• You must have a Welcome Letter from a landlord within Rock Hill city limits.  

• Your prospective landlord must be willing to accept third-party payment.

• Your household must be making less than or equal to 80% AMI:  

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Annual Gross Income Limit per Household Size

1 - $59,400 

2 - $67,850 

3 - $76,350

4 - $84,800

5 - $91,600

6 - $98,400

7 - $105,200 ​​

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When you fill out the pre-screening application below, you will be required to submit the following:  

• A receipt of payment for the most recent hotel/motel or extended stay 

• A welcome letter from a landlord in Rock Hill city limits 

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If your pre-application is accepted, you will be required to submit additional documents:  

• Picture ID for all household members 18+ 

• 1 month of income documentation for all household members 18+ (paystubs, SSDI, SSI, pension, etc.)  

• 2 months of bank statements for all household members 18+ (checking and savings) 

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Eligible Expenses:  

• First Month’s Rent 

• Security Deposit 

• Move-In Fees (subject to lease requirements) 

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Ineligible Expenses:  

• Hotel/Motel Bills 

• Utility Deposits/Past Due Utilities 

• Past Due Rent  

• Additional rent beyond the first month and deposit