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Section 8 Waitlist Openings for May 15 2024

Brittney Richey
Published May 15, 2024 12:42:pm EST

Dubuque Housing Authority - Dubuque, Iowa Section 8 Waitlist

Dubuque Housing Authority Current Waiting List Status: OPEN

The Dubuque Housing Authority opened its Section 8 waitlist on May 14th, from the hours of 6 AM to 7 PM. To apply, individuals must submit their applications in person at the Multicultural Family Center, located at 1157 Central Avenue, between the hours of 7 AM and 6 PM. Please note, no other forms of application submission will be accepted.

About the City of Dubuque Housing Authority:

The City of Dubuque's Housing and Community Development Department administers the Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8), which provides rental assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and disabled individuals, enabling them to rent privately owned housing. The program's page offers details on application procedures, eligibility criteria, and the responsibilities of both tenants and landlords. More information can be found at City of Dubuque Housing Authority.


Housing Authority of Conway - Conway, South Carolina Housing Choice Voucher Waiting List

Housing Authority of Conway Current Waiting List Status: OPEN

The Conway Housing Authority will begin accepting applications for its Section 8 Waiting List on May 20, 2024. Interested parties can pick up applications at the Conway Housing Authority headquarters, located at 2303 Leonard Avenue, Conway, South Carolina, 29527.

About the Housing Authority of Conway:

The Conway Housing Authority in South Carolina offers public housing and Housing Choice Vouchers to aid low-income families with safe, decent, and affordable housing. It manages 258 public housing units and 58 Section 8 new construction units, and also oversees 373 Housing Choice Vouchers. The agency is committed to fostering self-sufficiency and improving the lives of its residents through strategic partnerships with clients, landlords, and community organizations. For more information, visit their website: Conway Housing Authority.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Section 8 Waiting List?

Section 8 Waiting lists are lists that are maintained by local Housing Authorities to determine who receives a section 8 housing voucher. Each list is different in the way that it operates. Some housing authorities use a lottery system where recipients are chosen at random and others operate a list on a first-come, first-serve basis. Getting your name on your local housing authorities waiting list is typically the first step toward securing a housing voucher.

How Long Does It Take to Get a Voucher Once Im On the Waiting List?

The time it takes to get a voucher once on a section 8 waiting list depends on a number of factors. Some housing authority’s waitlist is very small and voucher assistance can be provided quickly. In larger communities with long waiting lists the times can take months or longer.

How Do I Check My Status on the Waiting List?

Contact the housing authority that maintains the waiting list you are currently on. This is a critical step as some housing authorities will remove names from their waiting list in an effort to keep their list up to date. Its recommended to continually check your status to ensure that your name remains on the waiting list and you continue to express your need for affordable housing.

What Happens Once My Name is Selected From The Waiting List?

Typically the housing authority will do final checks to ensure that you still meet the eligibility requirements such as income restrictions and also confirm your household size hasnt changed. This helps ensure your receiving the proper amount of assistance. Once final checks and approvals are complete you can begin yoru search for an affordable home that accepts your section 8 voucher.

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