1. What is Section 8 Housing?

Section 8 is the name of a housing program that is administered by HUD (U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development). This program provides rental assistance to seniors, people with disabilities, individuals, and family households.

2. What is the difference between Project Based Section 8 and a Section 8 Voucher?

With Project Based Section 8, the assistance stays with the apartment and not the individual. An individual receives the assistance only as long as they live at that property.

With a Section 8 Voucher, the assistance stays with the voucher holder. This means that the voucher holder picks out a market rate apartment and uses their portable voucher to supplement the rent. When they move from the apartment, they take their voucher with them.

If an individual with a Section 8 Voucher wants to live at a Project Based Section 8 property the person may apply to the property but prior to moving in would need to give up their Section 8 Voucher.

3. Would I be eligible?

In order to qualify for Section 8 housing you must meet certain income requirements that are based on the number of individuals in your household. Credit, criminal, and landlord background checks are run on all adult applicants.

4. How do I apply?

You should determine which property(s) you would like to live at and complete an application for the specific property(s). It is very important that you answer all of the questions on the application. Submit your completed application right away so the application can be processed. Some of our properties have waiting lists and individuals are considered based on the date and time the completed application is received.

5. How much would my rent be?

The rent for each household living in Section 8 is different. Your rent would be approximately 30% of your household's adjusted gross monthly income. Your gross monthly income amount is the amount you receive before any taxes or deductions are withheld.

For instance, if you were a family of three with two minor children and your gross monthly income was $500, your rent would be about $126 a month. Section 8 provides certain allowances based on your family composition.

6. Can I have assets such as a savings account or a car and still qualify?

Yes. The income that your bank accounts may earn will be counted towards your annual income. Personal assets such as your car, clothes, etc. do not count.