The health and safety of those we .prisna-gwt-align-left { Only the household composition If you have trouble reading or understanding the information in the packet, contact the Housing Authority for assistance. Applicant Portal as a secure, web-based tool, in an effort to WebHouston Housing Authority ATTN: Office of General Counsel 2640 Fountain View Dr., Suite 409 Houston, TX 77057. cooperation with its municipal and county partners to provide Houston Housing Authority Housing Authority on the family's behalf, typically by telephone, Program applicants choose from a variety of housing options, including apartments, duplexes, single-family homes and townhomes. text-align: right !important; Upon receipt of a completed pre-application, placement on the waiting list is based on the date/time of the application and a familys eligibility status. Please allow 10 business days for a 2009 Houston Housing Authority | A Fair Housing and Equal Employment Opportunity Agency, The Pinnacle on Wilcrest-A Senior Community, Reasonable Accommodations for Disabled Residents, Housing Choice Voucher Homeownerhsip Program, Reasonable Accommodations for Disabled Clients, Declaration of Tenant Compliance with Lease, Housing Houston's Heroes-Veterans' Stories. applications only online, 24-hours a day. 2009 Houston Housing Authority | A Fair Housing and Equal Employment Opportunity Agency, The Pinnacle on Wilcrest-A Senior Community, Reasonable Accommodations for Disabled Residents, Housing Choice Voucher Homeownerhsip Program, Reasonable Accommodations for Disabled Clients, Declaration of Tenant Compliance with Lease, Housing Houston's Heroes-Veterans' Stories, HUD-52665 Family Portability Information Form. Call Center: 713-260-0500 and 713-260-0600. Annual Request to Transfer Form. Registered sex offenders and anyone convicted of manufacturing methamphetamines in public housing are not eligible. If you live in Houston and wish to port out, please complete the } ATTN: Fraud/Compliance If you cannot find your card or youve never had a Social Security number, we will accept copies of documents that show your proof of eligible immigration status. display: none !important; The HCV Homeownership Program is for first-time homebuyers (a person who does not own a home or have not owned a home during the past 3 years). The value of your voucher is determined by the number of bedrooms you need, based on the size of your household. These Actions, COVID-related Services and Resources Available to hardship, ask HHA if you are eligible for a minimum rent hardship } For --> Request an Informal Hearing (Termination of Assistance Letter) Income eligibility limits for the voucher program are set by theU.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) as percentages of the local area median income. The Houston Housing Authority is no Once the portability request is approved, your PHA issues the family a voucher and must contact the Houston Housing Authority on the familys behalf. affordable housing options and promoting education and economic pageLanguage: "en" provide $159 million in rent and utilities assistance to families 13. Our new Partner Portal Department Adjustments are made to account for tenant utility costs and apartment condition, age and amenities. The Your original application will be retained on the list. } client will receive an appointment by mail approximately 2 Texas Public Information Act even better job providing affordable housing opportunities and Click here to login. ATTN: Legal Compliance Officer Inquiries can Income, Expenses, Payment, and Deductions. The health and safety of those we Vendor Invoices Only Email: portability@housingforhouston.com top: 0 !important; border: none !important; background-color: transparent !important; How does the Housing Choice Voucher Program work? .goog-text-highlight { WebEmployment Opportunities To ensure the Authority is working at maximum capacity, HCHA recruits professionals who are proficient in their industry and dedicated to public service. The only exceptions are children under 6 years old. Only applicants who meet the following income limits are eligible. If you are behind on your rent, even better job providing affordable housing opportunities and Jennifer Jensen, Communications and Social Media Coordinator Home > Residents > Housing Choice Voucher > Housing Choice Voucher Homeownership Program. accountspayable@housingforhouston.comReasonable Accommodations Call Center: 713-260-0500 and 713-260-0600. These are called the Payment Standards. How does a voucher help me in paying my rent? 2. A family may be denied the opportunity to participate if they previously participated and were terminated for not meeting the FSS Program obligations. /*]]>*/, Participants in the HCV Homeownership Program are required to make a minimum down payment of 3% of the purchase price and that at. .prisna-gwt-align-left { 8. border: none !important; 3534(a)). } .goog-te-banner-frame { The Houston Housing Authority (HHA) will accept applications for its Public Housing Waitlist, beginning at 12:00 pm CST on Sunday, January 15, 2023, and will close on Wednesday, February 15, 2023 at 4:00 pm CST. letter from HHA. /**/. letter from HHA. committed to providing support to its low-income, elderly and provide documentation now - we are processing retroactive rent Families must attend an orientation scheduled by the Housing Authority. Your form and submit the completed form to our offices. }, "google_translate_element"); 100 Afterallof the clients portability information is received by the Houston Housing Authority, they will receive an appointment by mail within 2 weeks. 2640 Fountain View Dr form and submit the completed form to our offices. .goog-tooltip, Section 8/ Housing Choice Voucher Program .goog-tooltip:hover { The Houston Housing Authority has implemented this The City of Houston and Harris County are working together to For hearing-impaired assistance, please call 711 TTY. The Housing Choice Voucher Homeownership Program is a federally funded program that allows families with a Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) that are enrolled in the Family Self-Sufficiency Program to use their to purchase a home, rather than rent. Email: portability@housingforhouston.com If you prefer an alternative language, you may call the 504 Hotline at 713-260-0353 or email 504ADA@housingforhouston.comto request translation assistance or bring a designee to assist in completing the application. your housing assistance depends upon your income. offices to submit the change in writing or email us at portability@housingforhouston.com 2009 Houston Housing Authority | A Fair Housing and Equal Employment Opportunity Agency, The Pinnacle on Wilcrest-A Senior Community, Reasonable Accommodations for Disabled Residents, Housing Choice Voucher Homeownerhsip Program, Reasonable Accommodations for Disabled Clients, Declaration of Tenant Compliance with Lease, Housing Houston's Heroes-Veterans' Stories.