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Homeowners and renters looking for relief can find more information and apply online here.

An apartment renter earning the state’s average monthly income — roughly $4,800 — would have around $425 to save at the end of the month, after rent and other expenses.

The interim ordinance, which lasts until Aug. 1, was designed as a stopgap while the city explores permanent legislation for renters to keep their tenancies when landlords implement substantial remodels.

“But it's not like there was a halcyon time where home ownership was readily available for renters.”

If you are a renter anywhere in Los Angeles County, landlords are not allowed to evict you for non-payment of rent if you were financially harmed by the fires and meet several other qualifications.