How do I apply for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program?
Answer:
YMHA will publish announcements in the local newspapers indicating the dates and times applications may be submitted.
Do you have emergency Section 8 housing assistance?
Answer: Unfortunately, we don’t have emergency housing assistance for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program
Am I automatically eligible while I’m on the Waiting List?
Answer: Once YMHA receives a completed application, the eligibility process will begin. You’ll be notified by letter of your status.
Do you help pay the security deposit?
Answer: YMHA does not assist in the cost of the security deposit.
Who pays for the utilities?
Answer: The owner and tenant are responsible for determining utility responsibility. These responsibilities are set forth through the lease and Housing Assistance Payment (HAP) contract.
I am interesting in moving my assistance to another jurisdiction. Am I allowed to do this?
Answer: Non-resident applicants must reside in YMHA’s jurisdiction during the initial year of assistance. Following that, participants may exercise the portability features of the voucher program.
How much rent will you pay?
Answer: The amount of subsidy is based on your annual income and family composition. Participants generally pay between 30-40% of the rent. In all cases, however, during the first year of the lease, participants cannot pay more than 40% of their income towards rent and utilities.