City of Monrovia

HOUSING

Monday through Thursday 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Fridays 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Phone: (626) 932-5504

Grants

The Monrovia Area Partnership (MAP) offers services ranging from home improvement grants and public infrastructure upgrades to chain-link-fence replacement, paint and tool assistance to income eligible home owners in MAP areas.

Landlord/Tenant Resources

Tenant Rights: www.hrc-la.org

Landlord /Tenant resource: www.nolo.com/encyclopedia/lt_ency.html

Most Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTION: Does the City of Monrovia have any programs for First-Time Homebuyers?
ANSWER: No. The City had a First Time Homebuyer program, but it has been suspended indefinitely due to lack of funding.

QUESTION: Does the city have Section 8 or HUD housing?

ANSWER: Yes, the Section 8 Assisted Housing Program established in 1974 by the Housing and Community Development Act is the principal U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) program for assisting very low income families to secure, decent safe and sanitary housing. The Baldwin Park Housing Authority is responsible for the Section 8 programs in the City of Monrovia, Baldwin Park, Irwindale and Covina. You may qualify if you are a senior, (62 years old or older), disabled or handicapped, and your income is within the guideline limits established by the Federal Government. Contact: the Baldwin Park Housing Authority directly at (626) 869-7500.

QUESTION: How Do I get on Section 8 or HUD Housing?
ANSWER: Applications for Section 8 or HUD assisted Housing are accepted by the Baldwin Park Housing Authority. Due to the high demand on this program applications are available from the Housing Authority only during certain periods. Contact the Baldwin Park Housing Authority directly at (626) 869-7500.

QUESTION: Does the City of Monrovia have rent control?
ANSWER: No, there is no rent control in the City of Monrovia.