Requirements to Qualify for Section 8 housing program
To qualify for public housing you must be 18 years of age or older
If you are 55 or older, you may qualify for senior housing
Meet HUD requirements on citizenship or eligible immigration status
Are low-income with an annual gross income that does not exceed 80% of area median income (AMI) or the income limits established by HUD by family size
| Family Size | Maximum Income Eligibility (80% AMI) |
| 1 | $42,100 |
| 2 | $48,100 |
| 3 | $54,100 |
| 4 | $60,100 |
| 5 | $64,950 |
| 6 | $69,750 |
| 7 | $74,550 |
| 8 | $79,350 |
Provide documentation of Social Security Numbers (SSN) for all family members or sign a certification under penalties of perjury for each family member that does not have a SSN
All applicants will have criminal background, credit, and residential history screened. Results of the reports will determine the approval or denial of the application.
22 Comments
How do I apply for the help on rent first time for me so I’m not sure
I have a rental house and a step daughter with 3 minors that will qualify for section 8 when she is released from prison. Can I rent my rental to her under section 8 ?
Please send me through email the Application form for section 8. Thank you very much!
Requesting every bit of assistance for section8 .
I would like to apply for the section 8 housing. We are 3 in my household with an average monthly gross income of $5000. Are we qualified to apply?
Where is the app to apply for section 8? I disabled with one daughter who is 11 and has special needs. I have another daughter. I can’t afford my rent and bills anymore. My landlord raises my rent all the time. Please help me about and give me the link. Thanks
What if I want my boyfriend to move in but he has a felony for aggressive DUI and dangerous drug charge