Tenant Based Rental Assistance Program (TBRA)
The Tenant-Based Rental Assistance Program (TBRA) helps low-income individuals and families afford safe, decent housing.
TBRA funds can be used for:
- Monthly rental assistance to reduce housing costs
- Utility cost assistance
- Security deposit assistance (utility deposits only when paired with rental assistance)
Households may receive TBRA for up to 24 months, subject to eligibility and funding.
Eligibility
To qualify for TBRA:
- The head of household must be 18 or older (or legally emancipated).
- Household income must be below 60% of the Area Median Income (AMI), adjusted for family size and county, based on HUD guidelines.
- At least 20% of assisted households must have income at or below 50% of AMI.
- Applicants must be homeless or have special housing needs.
- Income is verified before assistance begins and reviewed annually.
Households contribute toward rent based on income. While not required, participants are encouraged to pursue employment, education, or job training to support long-term stability.
TBRA is funded through the Kentucky Housing Corporation (KHC) and the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
For more information about the Kentucky Housing Corporation, click here.
