Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8)

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What is the Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8)?

The Housing Choice Voucher program helps low-income families find safe housing, including homes, townhouses, and apartments. Managed by Public Housing Agencies (PHAs), the program directly pays a housing subsidy to landlords, with families paying the remaining rent difference.

Who is eligible for the Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8)?

To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher, applicants must:
Have a low or very low annual gross income.

Interested individuals can apply online through their local Public Housing Agency (PHA).

If you've previously applied for Section 8 when the waitlist was available, you can check your application status or update details.