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EMPORIA PLACE APARTMENTS
Brand New 1, 2, 3, & 4-Bedroom Apartments in Ontario, CA
Apply today! Pre-Applications Accepted by mail only.
Thank you for your interest in applying to live at Emporia Place Apartments, an affordable community located
at 220 S. Fern Avenue in Ontario, California 91762. Emporia Place Apartments offers 74 brand-new 1, 2, 3, & 4-
bedroom apartments for households earning below 60% of Area Median Income for San Bernardino County.
UNIT MIX INCLUDING RENTS & INCOME RESTRICTIONS (Subject to change):
Unit Size
# of
Units
Household
Size
Rent
30%
AMI
Rent
40%
AMI
Rent
50%
AMI
Rent
60%
AMI
1 Bedroom
13
1-3
$325
$472
$586
$717
2 Bedroom
38
2-5
$385
$562
$699
$856
3 Bedroom
20
3-7
$437
$641
$800
$981
4 Bedroom
3
4-9
$483
N/A
$887
$1,089
Maximum Gross Annual Income (eff. 4/24/19)
Household
Size
30% AMI*
50% AMI*
60% AMI*
1
$15,090
$25,150
$30,180
2
$17,250
$28,750
$34,500
3
$19,410
$32,350
$38,820
4
$21,540
$35,900
$43,080
5
$23,280
$38,800
$46,560
6
$24,990
$41,650
$49,980
7
$26,730
$44,550
$53,460
8
$28,440
$47,400
$56,880
9
$30,150
$50,250
$60,300
Minimum monthly income is 2 x rent
* Income and Rent Limits Subject to Change
* There is no minimum income requirement for applicants in possession of a Tenant Based Section 8 Voucher. Rent,
income limits, and occupancy requirements are subject to change based on regulatory requirements
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Affordable rents are income-restricted in accordance with the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program
and other regulatory agreements. Income limits and rental rates subject to change.
Now accepting applications for the waitlist. Applications received in the mail will be placed in the order they are
received.
As required by the Tax Credit Allocation Committee (TCAC), mobility/hearing/sight impaired households will
have priority for units designed for the mobility impaired and units designed for the hearing/sight impaired.
HOW TO APPLY
Please complete and mail the attached Pre-Application and Grounds for Denial to:
Emporia Place Apartments
220 S. Fern Avenue,
Ontario CA 91762
Incomplete pre-applications may be rejected.
Please take your time to accurately complete the pre-application and mail it as soon as possible.
Each household may only submit one pre-application & grounds for denial. Duplicate household pre-
applications will not be considered.
Households comprised of ALL full-time student members do not qualify unless exempted by Section 42 of the
Internal Revenue Code. Our complete Resident Selection Criteria is available at the Rental Office upon
request.
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EMPORIA PLACE APARTMENTS APPLICATION PROCESS
Submit a Pre-Application
Now accepting applications for the waitlist. Applications received in the mail will be placed in the order they are
received.
After we review your information, and if you qualify for the next stage of processing, a leasing associate will schedule an
appointment with you to go through the additional paperwork required. Credit checks, criminal background screening,
landlord references, and income and asset verifications will be required for all applicants. Please note, there will be a fee
charged to run credit checks. This meeting will also give you an opportunity to ask any questions you may have about the
application process and the property. Please remember, although applications are processed in the order of the waiting
list, apartments will be offered on a First-Qualified, First-Offered basis.
Interview
At your scheduled appointment, please come prepared with all requested supporting documents as outlined in the
Application Checklist below. We will confirm the information supplied on your application and answer any concerns you
may have. This interview normally takes approximately 45 minutes. All persons who will be living in the apartment,
regardless of their age, must participate in this interview. Your leasing associate must verify credit, criminal background
check, rental history, and all sources of income and assets. Your patience and cooperation are appreciated.
Apartment Offer
When all documents have been received, verified and approved, qualified applicants will be invited back to view the
apartment that has been selected for them. Remember, you will only receive one offer of an apartment. If you decline
that apartment, you will be considered to have withdrawn your application.
12 Month Lease Term
Leases will be for a minimum term of one year.
Pets
Residents may not keep any type of pet on the premises, except for those persons with disabilities requiring service
animals, or as otherwise required by law.
Parking
There are a limited number of resident spaces at Emporia Place Apartments. Parking is restricted to cars owned by
residents of Emporia Place Apartments. All cars must be registered in the name of the resident and residents must provide
proof of current auto insurance and a valid driver's license. All cars must be for personal use only, be in working order,
and be maintained in a safe condition at all times. Vehicles not in compliance will be towed at the owner's expense. No
exceptions. Accessible spaces are available.
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INTERVIEW CHECKLIST
**DO NOT SUBMIT THIS INFORMATION WITH YOUR PRE-APPLICATION. THIS IS ONLY REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF INTERVIEW**
If you choose to apply and we contact you for an interview, you will be required to provide the following documentation:
For household members 18 and older:
Valid state or national picture ID (i.e. Driver’s License, Passport, etc).
Employment: Copies of the first pay-stub for the current calendar year and the most current 3 months of
consecutive pay-stubs (7 stubs if paid bi-weekly; 6 stubs if paid semi-monthly; 13 stubs if paid weekly) or
equivalent proof of other income. A copy of the most recent IRS tax return is required for cash paid employment.
Unemployment Insurance: Printout of statement or copy of last letter showing current monthly benefit.
Self-Employment: Copy of last year IRS Tax Return including Schedule C and list of current or most recent clients.
GA/AFDC/TANF: Printout of benefits paid in last 12 months or last Notice of Action letter (dated within 120 days)
Pensions & Annuities: Copy of the most current statement.
Real Estate: Copy of the most recent mortgage statement, & other relevant owner information.
Student: Name and Address of school & copy of the unofficial class transcript.
For all household members of any age:
Social Security Cards (for all members) and Birth Certificates (for minors only)
SSI or SSA/Disability: Printout of the benefit letter (the date on the letter needs to be within 120 days prior to
move in).
Bank Accounts and Assets: Copies of the 2 most recent bank statements for checking accounts; 2 most recent
bank statements for savings account. (For electronic pay cards: printout or receipt with current balance and copy
of the pay card)
Child Support/Alimony: Current notice from D.A. Office, a court order or a letter from the provider with copies of
last 2 checks.
Financial Assistance: This includes regular gifts or payments from anyone outside of the household (includes
anyone paying your bills). We will require a notarized written letter from the person providing assistance stating
the amount and length of assistance, and bank/asset statements showing funds equaling 18 times the monthly
assistance.
Other: Documentation for regular pay as a member of the Armed Forces, severance payments, settlements,
lottery winnings or inheritances, death benefits or life insurance dividends, trust benefits, or any other source of
income not listed.
This housing is offered without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, religion, ancestry,
genetic information, source of income, age, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation or
preference, gender identity, or disability, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Emporia Place Apartments
Pre-Application for 1, 2, 3, & 4-bedroom apartments
NOTE: You must complete all information for your pre-application to be considered. Please print clearly and
use blue or black ink only. A more detailed application will need to be completed at the time of interview.
Date of Birth
First Name (Head of Household) MI Month Day Year
Last Name
Social Security Number Telephone Number Extension
Mailing Address Apt. Number
City State Zip Code
1. How did you hear about us? (Agency, newspaper, banner, etc.):
2. How many people will live in your home? Please include yourself:
3. Total household gross monthly income from all sources (before any deductions).
Your estimate $
4. Total household gross annual (yearly) income from all sources (before any deductions).
Your estimate $
5. Do you currently possess a Section 8 voucher or certificate?………………………… Yes No
6. Are all household members full-time students? (K-12 are considered full time)..….… Yes No
7. Do you require special accommodations? (i.e. Live-In Care Attendant, etc.)………… Yes No
If you need special accommodations please explain:
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A person with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation (a reasonable change in policies), a
reasonable structural modification, an accessible unit or the provision of auxiliary aids and services, in order
to have equal access to a housing program. If you or anyone in your household has a disability, and because
of that disability requires a specific accommodation, modification or auxiliary aids or services to fully use
our housing services, please contact our staff for a reasonable accommodation form.
8. Do you have a pet? (Not referring to companion or service animal)………………… Yes No
Race (OPTIONAL): White Black/African American Asian
American Indian/Alaska Native Other
Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander
Ethnicity (OPTIONAL):
Hispanic: Yes No
Please consider completing this OPTIONAL Section.
Do you require special unit design features to
accommodate a disability? Yes No
If Yes, which accessibility features do you require:
Visual impairment Hearing impairment
Mobility impairment
I understand that all of these answers will be verified. I certify that the above statements are true
and correct. I understand that false statements or misinformation is punishable under federal law
and cause for immediate denial of housing.
Head of Household Signature: _____________________________________ Date:______________
Please complete, sign, and mail this Pre-Application and Grounds for Denial via mail only to:
Emporia Place Apartments
220 S. Fern Avenue,
Ontario CA 91762
Incomplete pre-applications may be rejected.
Please mail your pre-application & grounds for denial.
Each household may only submit one pre-application. Duplicates will not be considered.
GROUNDS FOR DENIAL OF RENTAL APPLICATION
We welcome your application to rent an apartment at Emporia Place Apartments. It is the responsibility of each applicant to
provide any and all information required to determine eligibility. Persons with Disabilities may be entitled to reasonable
accommodations. Applicants will be made aware of their right to reasonable accommodation in cases where disability status
is a contributing factor to poor credit or evictions. The following lists the reasons why we might deny your application.
(1) Credit (An exception for extraordinary medical expenses and/or student debt may be permitted.)
a) Total unmet credit problems (including governmental tax liens) in excess of $5,000.
b) A non-discharged bankruptcy (within the last three years).
c) A total of five (5) unmet credit problems of any value.
(2) Rental History
a) A judgment against an applicant obtained by the current or previous landlord.
b) An unmet obligation owed to a previous landlord.
c) The applicant must have made timely payments of the last year's rental payments.
(3) Personal History
a) Blatant disrespect, violent, threatening, or disruptive behavior toward management, the property, or other residents exhibited
by an applicant or family member any time prior to move-in (or demonstrable history of such behavior);
(4) Criminal Background Check
a) If the applicant or any adult household member is subject to any state’s sex offender lifetime registration requirement.
b) An established pattern of criminal activity.
c) The manufacturing, selling or possession of any drugs or illegal substances, or established pattern of manufacturing, selling
or possession of any drugs or illegal substances.
d) Conviction for physical violence to persons or property, violent criminal activity, sexual abuse, illegal weapons possession,
any form of assault, breaking and entering, burglary, arson, or drug related criminal activity, or any act that would threaten the
health, safety or right to peaceful enjoyment by other residents, or employees and contractors who work with the community.
(5) Annual Income/Occupancy standard/other program regulations
a) Annual Income (including assets) not within the established restrictions for the property.
b) Household size must meet the established occupancy standard for the property.
c) Applicant must meet all program regulated eligibility requirements.
(6) Documentation
Each potential occupant must provide all documentation required by the selection process. If an applicant does not show up
for an interview, or provide at a minimum the following documentation it is grounds for denying your application:
a) Completed and signed application, release of information, grounds for denial, and application fee (if required).
b) Landlord references covering the last two years of residency or verification of homelessness when applicable.
c) Appropriate proof of all income sources and assets.
d) Any other documents required to determine eligibility.
(7) Offer of an Apartment
Applicants will be offered only one apartment. Declining the offer of an apartment is considered to be a withdrawal of the
application by the applicant.
I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD THE FOREGOING AND FIND THEM TO BE REASONABLE REASONS MY
RENTAL APPLICATION CAN BE DENIED. I DECLARE UNDER PENALTY OF PERJURY UNDER THE LAWS
OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA THAT THE ATTACHED HOUSING AND INCOME STATEMENTS ARE
TRUE AND CORRECT.
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Print Name (Head of Household) Signature Date
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Print Name (Adult Applicant # 2) Signature Date
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Print Name (Adult Applicant # 3) Signature Date
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Print Name (Adult Applicant # 4) Signature Date