Mortgage Relief Program in Duval County to accept applications starting Wednesday

Brevard County will provide millions of dollars in assistance to residents struggling financially because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The City of Jacksonville’s Housing and Community Development Division will be distributing more than $4 million of federal funds to Duval County residents who are unable to pay their mortgage payments due to a loss of income related to COVID-19.

The program will provide up to six months of delinquent mortgage payments or $7,500, whichever is less. The payment will be made directly to the mortgage company and not to the individual.

As part of the application, the owner and occupant of the property must show loss of income, proof of delinquency, as well as a W-9 form from their lender.

Federal guidelines require qualifying individuals and families to have an income that falls below 80 percent of the area median income. The requirements are as follows:

Household size Total Income

One person                       $42,000

Two people                        $48,000

Three people                     $54,000

Four people                       $60,000

Five people                        $64,800

Six people                         $69,600

Seven people                    $74,400

Eight people                      $79,200


Grants will be given out on a first come, first served basis.

The Mortgage Relief Program will begin accepting applications on Wednesday, March 31, at 8 a.m., however it is recommended for people to create a MyJax account before applying. Individuals can create a MyJax account here.

For additional information, call (904) 630-2489.