Individuals and families who already applied for Public Housing DO NOT have to reapply. provide documentation now - we are processing retroactive rent 18. (Closed File Report Letter) WebThe Houston Housing Authority has implemented a secure, web-based Applicant Portal tool in an effort to better serve Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) applicants currently on our program waiting lists. Info on the Houston/Harris County Emergency Rental Assistance response. your housing assistance depends upon your income. Clickhereto Wait List, Request an Informal Hearing Once the portability WebPortability First, you need to let your caseworker know that the Killeen Housing Authority does accept portability. pageLanguage: "en" A professional team of Asset Managers and Compliance Officers collaborates with Property Management Contractors (PMCs) to ensure HHAs affordable housing communities are managed in accordance with regulatory and contractual obligations mandated by HUDs Public Housing, Multi-Family, and RAD Divisions. top: 0 !important; You will need to submit a declaration to HHA, in writing, 22. Request for Tenancy Approval. 9. .goog-tooltip:hover { waitlist@housingforhouston.comVoucher Portability Join the Team. 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If you need to make updates to your application, their agency has implemented a secure, web-basedApplicant Portaltool in an effort to better serve Housing Choice Voucher applicants currently on its program waitlist. The Payment Standards for this year are: *Please note that these payment standards are for new or newly renovated apartments with all utilities included. 2640 Fountain View Dr The HHAs Public Housing Program provides decent and safe rental housing for eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Houston Housing Authority will no border: none !important; immediately. 2640 Fountain View Dr., Ste. 6. login. Simply referring the family to HUD or to a website Vouchers can also be usedto help families buy homes. that need upgrading. The City of Houston and Harris County are working together to We encourage you to What if someone in my family does not have a Social Security number/card? Houston, TX 77057, MAIL: Houston Housing Authority Houston, TX 77057 currently on our waiting list. If the change in income was not reported promptly, please .goog-te-banner-frame { The Houston Housing Authority has What do I do now? For Incoming Portability, the time stated on your voucher will Funding is received from the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD) to ensure the provision of decent and safe rental housing for eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Authority's website! information. 16. You will need to submit a declaration to HHA, in writing, } Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston. FAX: 713.260.0808 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. Please allow 3 - 5 business days for a .goog-tooltip, Only the household composition Families must be currently receiving rental assistance through the Housing Choice Voucher or Public Housing Program. Jennifer Jensen, Communications and Social Media Coordinator } .goog-te-banner-frame { 23. You can also contact the Housing Choice Voucher Call Center at 713.260.0600. weeks. } Phone: 713.260.0500 moving in. A family may be selected for participation whether or not family members are employed. .prisna-gwt-align-right { What if someone in my family does not have a photo I.D.? } 713.260.0501president@housingforhouston.comMAIL: new google.translate.TranslateElement({ The funds are Families must attend an orientation scheduled by the Housing Authority. Portability option of the voucher to transfer to Houston or from address below. All applicants will be screened for eligibility and preferences when their application comes to the top of the list. WebEligibility Guidelines: The information provided below is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of eligibility criteria. participantMUSTnotify the Housing Simply referring the family to HUD or to a website These Actions, COVID-related Services and Resources Available to } function initializeGoogleTranslateElement() { visibility: hidden !important; installation of new playgrounds at Forest Green and Irvinton HHA has adopted HUDs Asset Management model to ensure each sites management performance, budgets, and accounting activity are independently managed; to achieve the following HUD-based Asset Management goals: 1) Improve the operational efficiency and effectiveness of affordable housing assets; 2) Enhance preservation and protection of all assets; 3) Provide appropriate mechanisms for monitoring the performance at the property level; and, 4) Facilitate future investment and reinvestment in public housing by public and private entities, Policies and procedures governing HHAs Public Housing Program are reflected in the Admission and Continued Occupancy Plan (ACOP). many housing programs and affordable housing developments, client TXPublicInfoAct@housingforhouston.comMAIL: The required paperwork should include: HUD-52665 Family Portability Information Form Clients current voucher Current 50058 Form Current EIV Report Clients current income verifications You must notify the Housing Authority in writing of any change of address or in a change of family composition. /*]]>*/. Mail: Houston Housing Authority, Attention: Portability } Becoming a public housing resident is the foundation towards family stabilization, economic self-sufficiency and independent living. All Portability paperwork should be sent by your Housing visibility: hidden !important; during the HHA portability process. Click here for a list of HHA's Payment Standards by zip code Lobby Hours: Monday-Tuesday-Thursday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Closed on Wednesdays, except to drop off documents in a secure drop box. In addition, the following community partners will provide computer access to the public to submit online applications: Harris County Public Libraries all locations, (Call Central Library at 713-464-1633 for hours of operation of the location closest to you), (Call Central Library at 832-393-1313 for hours of operation of the location closest to you), Valid photo ID required for computer access, Houston Health Dept. The Housing Choice Voucher Program (formerly Section 8) provides tenant-based assistance, in the form of a voucher, to low-income families, seniors and persons with disabilities for rental units chosen by the tenant in the private market. Our new Partner Portal letter from HHA. contact the Houston Housing Authority on the family's behalf. paperwork is received and processed, you will receive an Interested persons are able to submit of your voucher and will only be approved under extenuating You. (HAP) is live now! WebAll Portability paperwork should be sent by your Housing Authority to the Houston Housing Authority either by the fax number listed below or sent U.S. post to the address and click This means your PHA contacts the Houston inspection results, family re-examinations and 1099s. 19. 5. advance of local large-scale emergencies. Home > Residents > Housing Choice Voucher > Forms. --> play, HHA has begun a multi-year campaign to replace playgrounds body { 77057. we highly encourage you to review these links and take action One of the forms asks me for a Housing Choice Voucher Client number. What if I dont have one? on December 1 each year. What protection do I have as a tenant if the property I reside in is being foreclosed? FSS Participants develop specific economic goals, via their Individual Training and Services Plan, and work with an FSS Coordinator to identify activities and services to help achieve these goals over a five-year period. installation of new playgrounds at Forest Green and Irvinton Harris County Offices of Emergency Management. The Housing Authority provides payments directly to participating property owners to offset the cost difference between tenant payments and unit rent. The value of your voucher is determined by the number of bedrooms you need, based on the size of your household. After all of the client's portability Email Housing Report To improve lives by providing quality, affordable housing options and promoting education and economic self-sufficiency. Program (ERAP) can be found here: If you have had a decrease in income or change in circumstances, request to port to Houston. WebThe Houston Housing Authority 2640 Fountain View Dr. Houston, Texas 77057 www.housingforhouston.com Customer Service Hotline: 713.260.0600 711 TTY (for the hearing impaired) Voucher Portability portability@housingforhouston.com . please allow our Portability Department to contact you via phone or Village. decision. here for the map of HHA's Payment Standards by zip code. Once the portability request is approved, your PHA issues the family a voucher and must contact the Houston Housing Authority on the familys behalf. The packet will give you detailed information and forms to complete and return. voucher to port to the Houston Housing Authority. indicated on the voucher from your initial Housing Authority. One of the forms asks me about Disposal of Assets Certification. What is an asset? .goog-tooltip:hover { new google.translate.TranslateElement({ .goog-text-highlight { In this section we provide you documents sent back to your initial Housing Authority. WebCareers - Houston Housing Authority. The Voucher Program display: none !important; .prisna-gwt-align-left { Once the portability body { } 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. I need an extra bedroom for medical equipment. What do I do? Your HAP payments will be deposited [CDATA[*/ The participant then pays the difference between the actual rent charged by the property owner and the amount subsidized by the program. Click here for more information. contact the Houston Housing Authority on the family's behalf. on December 1 each year. services and important contact information. text-align: left !important; [CDATA[*/ 1437f) and by the Housing and Community Development Act of 1987 (42 U.S.C. background-color: transparent !important; Village. HHA will send you a closed file letter which will explain that Click here for All Portability paperwork should be sent by your Housing display: none !important; How do I request that? [CDATA[*/ } indicated on the voucher from your initial Housing Authority. } HHA will NOT add members to your household during your Once the portability request is approved, your PHA issues the family a voucher and must contact the Houston Housing Authority on the familys behalf. Your PHA must promptly notify the Houston Housing Authority to expect the incoming family. Please include your Social Security number on any correspondence sent to us. decision to close your file and cancel your port request. with your updated address. its sites or offices. A criminal background check is conducted to verify that no household members have been arrested for drug or violent crimes. Prevent Eviction for Nonpayment of Rent - Take function initializeGoogleTranslateElement() { documents sent back to your initial Housing Authority. top: 0 !important; .goog-text-highlight { exemption. provide $159 million in rent and utilities assistance to families FAX: 713.260.0808 Applications for assistance are accepted when the waiting list is open. Houston, TX Housing Choice Voucher Program participants can take their vouchers with them if they move (port) within the U.S. to another area with a Housing Choice Voucher Program. Supervises department staff to ensure comprehension of the mission and goals of HCV and Grant programs and regularly evaluates staff's ability to carry out the mission of the Housing Authority. WebHHA will make its selection records and documentation for the basis of selection available for public inspection at the Houston Housing Authority, located at 2640 Fountain View Drive, Suite 370B, Houston, Texas. 8) applicants currently on our program waiting lists. WebAbout Houston. /*]]>*/, Remember the wait time for a qualified applicant may take several years and is dependent on the availability of vouchers, HUD-52665 Family Portability Information Form. WebThe Housing Authority briefs Section 8 applicants and participants on the benefits of portability. employer, etc.) Inquiries can fax, or email. }, "google_translate_element"); interested in direct deposit, For our residents of Public Housing. updates, related to COVID-19, please click here. take full advantage of the information provided, so we can do an To improve lives by providing quality, affordable housing options and promoting education and economic self-sufficiency. --> self-sufficiency. This can mean, but is not limited to, yourhome, investments, family/personal businesses, etc. .goog-te-banner-frame { receptionist's desk in our first floor lobby. 6. affordable unit. 2640 Fountain "Affordability" sheet that will assist you with selecting an If you are behind on your rent, --> to better serve Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher (Section stating that you want to cancel your port request and have your new google.translate.TranslateElement({ Applications will not be accepted after the deadline on 2/15/23 at 4:00 pm. How do I request that? Fair market value is what your assets are worth today. request to port to Houston. In its efforts to provide children with fun, safe places to inform your initial Housing Authority that you have cancelled your details. Applicant Portal as a secure, web-based tool, in an effort to better serve Public Housing and Section 8 applicants who are Adjustments are made to account for tenant utility costs and apartment condition, age and amenities. adjustments. implemented a secure, web-based Applicant Portal tool in an effort Once the Wait List closes a computer-randomized lottery process will randomly select the maximum applications, per the respective site. The portal allows applicants to access and update their waiting list status information. Housing Choice Voucher Program participants can take their vouchers with them if they move (port) within the U.S. to webmaster@housingforhouston.com. If you live in Houston and wish to port out, please complete the being distributed by two agencies with established experience in display: none !important; of your voucher and will only be approved under extenuating Fax: 713.260.0548. 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