Phone: (804) 646-7000
Online: RVA311.com
Please submit all inquiries using
the City's RVA 311 system
Address:
Department of Finance
900 E. Broad Street
Richmond, VA 23219
RVA Stay Gap Grant Program
The City of Richmond’s Gap Grant Program is one of seven programs collectively known as RVA Stay. The Gap Grant Program will provide a one-time income-based grant in the amount of $1,200 to qualifying applicants. Applications will be accepted beginning in the second half of January 2025 through December 31, 2025. $3.9 million worth of grant funding will be provided on a first come, first serve basis.
This page is currently under development. Please review the Gap Grant Program eligibility requirements below to learn more about the program. Later in January 2025, this page will be updated with application forms and more.
Gap Grant Program Eligibility Requirements
In order to qualify for income-based assistance under the Gap Grant Program, applicants must meet and provide documentation for the following eligibility requirements:
1. Must be a resident of the City of Richmond, Virginia
- Renters must have a current lease in their name to qualify
- Owners must have a current mortgage in their name to qualify
2. Must meet the definition of low-income (80%) for the Richmond, Virginia, Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) by household size according to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD):
| Persons in Family | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Low (80%) Income Limits ($) | $61,800 | $70,600 | $79,450 | $88,250 | $95,350 | $102,400 | $109,450 | $116,500 |
3. Must demonstrate that annual housing costs are more than 30 percent of household income
- Renter annual housing costs may include rent, tenant renter’s insurance for personal property, and utility costs
- Owner annual housing costs may include mortgage payments, homeowners insurance, homeowner association/assessment fees, and utility costs
4. Must not be receiving other housing assistance from the City of Richmond (e.g., public housing, housing choice voucher, or Older Adults and Persons with Disabilities (OAPD) real estate tax relief)
5. Must be current on all real estate and/or personal property taxes with the City of Richmond
- Applicants who are delinquent, but currently in good standing in a payment arrangement agreement will be considered current – please see the Delinquent Collections page for more information on payment arrangements
Additional Information on the Gap Grant Program Coming Soon - Stay Informed!
Please check this page late January for additional information and resources, including Frequently Asked Questions, the Gap Grant Program Application, and more. Want to be notified when more information and the application is available? Click here to complete a Gap Grant inquiry ticket on RVA 311.
