Currently closed to new applicants Works to provide decent, safe and sanitary housing for eligible low-income individuals and families, including special provisions for seniors and the physically challenged who are in need of affordable housing and who meet eligibility requirements. Provides information about eligibility for and vacancies in subsidized housing properties in Allentown. Eligibility criteria include income guidelines, age and/or disability status. Two year waiting list for public housing. Administers the Section 8 program. Eligibility is determined by income and family size.

The Section 8 Housing Assistance Payment Program provides rental assistance in the form of a voucher to low and very-low income families, singles, senior citizens, disabled and handicapped individuals.

Provides housing vouchers (Section 8)and subsidized housing assistance for low income families

Accepting applications for Section 8 starting Monday, January 21, 2019 through Sunday, January 27, 2019. Apply at http://bha645.homestead.com. Applicants must live or work in the City of Bethlehem in order to apply and meet HUD Income Guidelines. A lottery system will be used to select 500 application to be placed on the waiting list. Applicants in the lottery are not guaranteed a Voucher. Works to provide decent, safe and sanitary housing for eligible low-income individuals, families and senior citizens. Administers public housing developments in Bethlehem. An application interview for Public Housing is necessary in order to be placed on the appropriate waiting list. Applications for public housing are currently being accepted, as the waiting list is open. Section 8 applicants must be below the extremely low income limits set by HUD; and live or work in Bethlehem. Restricted waiting list. Highest priority is given to individuals, 62 and over.

Provides information about eligibility for and vacancies in subsidized housing properties in Lehighton, Lansford, Weatherly, Nesquehoning and Palmerton. Eligibility criteria include income guidelines, age and/or disability status. Must apply in person. Waiting list varies, 6 months to 3 years. Administers the Section 8 program.

The Carbondale Housing Authority provides Low Income and Section 8 housing programs. Authorities determine housing eligibility and administer two different types of housing assistance programs. Section 8 Housing provides rental assistance to low-income families living in privately-owned rental properties, where Low Income housing is directly owned and operated by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

The City of Nanticoke Housing Authority manages 419 apartments, a Section 8 program of 51 housing choice vouchers and 6 apartment units through New Horizons.

The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is the federal government’s major program for assisting a specific classification of low income families, the elderly, and the disabled to assist in their obtaining affordable, decent, safe, and sanitary housing in the private market. Since housing assistance is provided on behalf of the family or individual, participants are able to find their own rental housing, including single-family homes, townhouses and apartments.

Works to provide decent, safe and sanitary housing for eligible low-income individuals, families and senior citizens, as well as individuals with disabilities. Provides information about eligibility for and vacancies in subsidized housing properties in Easton. Eligibility criteria include income guidelines, age and/or disability status. There is a waiting list for public housing. Walk-in applications are accepted Mon-Fri, 9am-11am. Administers the Section 8 program. Eligibility is determined by income and family size. (Program is currently closed).

The Housing Authority of Franklin County has operated a successful Housing Choice Voucher (HCV)/Section 8 Voucher(S8V) Rental Assistance Program since 1980. This program provides safe, decent and affordable housing to very low income families through rent subsidies provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The Housing Authority's HCV/S8V currently serves 311 families in Franklin County

Assists clients with securing safe and affordable housing.

Provide Section 8 voucher rental assistance to eligible low income households.

Provision of a housing certificate or voucher which entitles holder to look for rental housing within Harrisburg city limits. The property owner must agree to maintain the apartment so that it meets Housing Quality Standards (HQS) established by HUD and HHA and set a rental amount accepted by the voucher holder and the Section-8 office. The amount of rent, paid during the inital lease, cannot exceed 40% of the family's adjusted income.

Section 8 Rental Assistance Program is an opportunity for families of low to moderate income to receive assistance with their current rent or move to a new rental property. Under HANC’s Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program, HANC does not manage or maintain your housing unit; rather, your relationship with your landlord is no different than with a traditional rent setup. A 60 to 90 day wait to partcipate in this program is common. Wait times for services will vary.

Provide supportive services for residents that includes adult education, English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, self-sufficiency programs, youth recreation centers, libraries, summer recreation programs, senior support services, two childcare centers, a dental office, a health clinic, domestic abuse counseling, Headstart, education incentives, summer internships for residents in college, a nursing center, scouting and resident tenant councils. Public Housing and Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher rental assistance for income eligible individuals and families

Provides assistance in seeking employment including resume services, job search strategies, and interview skill building; obtaining child care; credit counseling; and information on home ownership.

NOTE: as of March 24, 2020 Due to covid-19 directives regarding health and safety, this service is currently CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC and RESIDENTS. You may call us during normal business hours. We will resume normal operations when directed to do so.
Maintenance staff will only be handling emergency work orders during this time.

PLEASE NOTE: HOMELESSNESS PREVENTION for HOUSING AUTHORITY RESIDENTS: If you are struggling to pay your rent, speak to your property manager and/or case manager as soon as there is an issue. These offices seek to work with residents to prevent any evictions or displacements. This is always the case but especially true during the current covid-19 situation.
If you have already contacted your manager and/or case manager and still find yourself in danger of being homeless, please, ask 2-1-1 for housing help and seek out additional York County programs such as:

• CPC at 717-846-4600 x 221 OR
• Bell Next Door at 717-356-2957 to ask for additional assistance with case management services to explore other helpful programs. (not direct financial help with rent) ---
  The York County Housing Authority:
• Provides decent and safe rental housing for eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities.
• Owns and operates public housing units in addition to administering Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8 Rental assistance).
  SERVICES OFFERED:
• Management services to: York Towne House, Village Court and Waverly Court Apartments.
• Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8): This program helps families afford safe, decent and sanitary rental housing that is available through private landlords.
• Single Room Occupancy Program
• Turnkey Lease / Purchase Program

Provision of rental assistance payments for eligible families leasing from participating landlords.

Section 8 program, also known as Housing Choice Voucher program, is one such program that provides rent assistance to qualified renters. Section 8 is a rent voucher program that allows you to find a house, townhouse or apartment of your choice and use the voucher to pay for all or part of the rent. It can be any rental unit located in any neighborhood of your choice (including privately owned apartments or the apartment you already live in). The amount of rental assistance will depend on the total income of your household. The goal of Section 8 voucher program is to provide a healthy and safe place of your choosing at a very reasonable rent cost.

Washington Square offers 32 two-bedroom apartments that are Energy Star rated and designed to enable active living for seniors with limited mobility. All apartments rent below the Fair Market Rate and four units are earmarked for individuals with disabilities. Amenities include a large community room with fireplace, two laundry rooms, an exercise room with state of the art equipment and a library/computer room.

The Lackawanna Housing Authority provides Low Income and Section 8 housing programs. Authorities determine housing eligibility and administer two different types of housing assistance programs. Section 8 Housing provides rental assistance to low-income families living in privately-owned rental properties, where Low Income housing is directly owned and operated by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

A federally-funded rental assistance program where applicants who receive vouchers from the City Housing Authority must find a privately owned dwelling in the city whose owner is willing to participate in the program. The individual/family pays a certain percentage of their income for rent and utilities. The Authority pays the balance directly to the property owner. Units are inspected once a year. Maximum Income Guidelines (as of 3/2015) 1 person: $28,850 2 people: $44,400 3 people: $49,950 4 people: $55,450 5 people: $59,900 6 people: $64,350 7 people: $68,800 8 people: $73,200 Programs within Section 8: -Family Self-sufficiency Program partners with the County Redevelopment Authority and Tabor to provide case management that assists families in becoming self-sufficient and can aid in the transition from welfare to work. It is a voluntary program.

Administers the Section 8 Rental Voucher Program. The primary goal of the program is to provide safe, decent and affordable housing to low-income persons and families through rent subsidies.

**NOTES** Offices colsed to the public. Phone only Administers Community Development Block Grant, HOME and other state/federal community development programs. Accepts online Housing applications for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program and Public Housing program waiting lists. Redevelopment Authority Programs - First Time Homebuyer Program - Housing Rehabilitation Program - Housing Accessibility Program

Provides decent, safe and sanitary housing for eligible low-income individuals, families and senior citizens. Provides information about eligibility for and vacancies in subsidized and non-subsidized housing properties in Lehigh County. Eligibility criteria include income guidelines, age and/or disability status. Waiting list for all programs is 2 months to 2 years. Administers the Section 8 program. Eligibility is determined by income and family size. Two year waiting list.

Luzerne County Housing Authority is a public housing agency that helps provide decent and safe rental housing for eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Luzerne County Housing Authority manages several funded programs and has a total of 60 subsidized affordable housing units for rental assistance. Luzerne County Housing Authority administered a total of 50 Section 8 Vouchers. Luzerne County Housing Authority currently has low rent units and Section 8 Voucher as its program type. Luzerne County Housing Authority is located at 250 First Ave., Kingston, PA, 18704 and serves the city of Kingston. Income limits, fair market rents and rent rates vary with each agency. Please contact Luzerne County Housing Authority at, (570) 287-9661 for more information about coverage area and program availability.

*COVID UPDATE* LCHA remains open to serve participants via mail, email and telephone. Please call. The Housing Choice Voucher Program is the federal governmentâ??s major program for assisting very low-income families, elderly, and disabled people to afford decent, safe and sanitary housing in the private market. Housing assistance is provided on behalf of the family or individual. Participants are able to find their own housing, including single family homes, townhouses, and apartments. The participant is free to choose any housing that meets the requirements of the program and is not limited to units located in subsidized housing communities. A family or individual who has been issued a housing voucher is responsible for finding a suitable housing unit of the familyâ??s choice where the owner agrees to rent under the voucher program. This unit may include the familyâ??s present residence. Rental units must meet acceptable standards of health and safety and fall within reasonable rental costs, as determined by HUD regulations. A housing subsidy is paid to the landlord directly by the Lycoming Housing Authority on the behalf of the participating family. The family is responsible to pay the difference between the actual rent charge by the landlord and the amount subsidized by the program.

Administers a Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program to provide rental subsidy to very low-income families, the elderly and the disabled persons who wish to live in privately owned housing and receive rental assistance.

**NOTES** Click here for updates due to the pandemic To provide decent, safe and sanitary housing for eligible low-income individuals, families and senior citizens. Provides information about eligibility for and vacancies in subsidized housing properties in Northampton County jurisdiction like Bangor, Bath, Rosetto, and Nazareth to name a few. Eligibility criteria include income guidelines, age and/or disability status. Waiting lists exist for all programs. All programs and options available on website at www.northamptoncountyha.org. Administers the Section 8 program. Eligibility is determined by income and family size.

Assists clients with securing safe and affordable housing. Includes public housing and section 8 housing vouchers.

Provides housing vouchers (Section 8)and subsidized housing assistance for low income families

The Pittston Housing Authority provides Low Income and Section 8 housing programs. Authorities determine housing eligibility and administer two different types of housing assistance programs. Section 8 Housing provides rental assistance to low-income families living in privately-owned rental properties, where Low Income housing is directly owned and operated by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

295 rental contracts to private sector landlords known as "Housing Vouchers." Vouchers enable our income-eligible clients to rent units of their choice that meet program standards.

The Section 8 Housing voucher program is currently closed Rental assistance in private-market apartments and houses, in which tenants pay a portion of the rent and utilities based up on their income, and subsidies are made available through the agency by use of funding from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development

Schuylkill County Housing Authority provides affordable housing to county residents through low-income housing or Section Eight Housing. For low-income public housing the income-to-rent ratio is thirty percent of adjusted family income. Income limits for eligibility, are published by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Section 8 rental assistance is available to low-income eligible participants who receive a Housing Choice Voucher.

The Scranton Housing Authority provides Low Income and Section 8 housing programs. Authorities determine housing eligibility and administer two different types of housing assistance programs. Section 8 Housing provides rental assistance to low-income families living in privately-owned rental properties, where Low Income housing is directly owned and operated by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

Provides vouchers to Snyder county residents.

Strathmeade Square Parkside Dev. Assoc is an affordable apartment community located in Greencastle, containing 16 rental units. The property contains 32 bedrooms and based on typical apartment occupancy limits, Strathmeade Square Parkside Dev. Assoc is home to not more than 64 persons when fully occupied.

This federal program, when funding is available, provides RENTAL ASSISTANCE payments to 36 households in the County which are income eligible under HUD guidelines.

Section 8 housing.

The Housing Authority of the City of Hazleton administers both a public housing and Section 8 housing voucher program. The housing authority owns and manages 3 projects which contain 299 affordable rental units. It also administers 347 Section 8 housing vouchers.

Local housing authority. Providing decent, safe and affordable housing to low-income residents of the City of Titusville.

Federal funding from the Department of Housing and Urban Development allows the Union County Housing Authority to provide rental subsidies to income-qualified households. These households must pass a criminal background check and may rent an appropriately sized unit of their choice in the private market if the landlord accepts them as a tenant. Unit must be in compliance with property maintenance codes.

Wilkes-Barre Housing Authority is a public housing agency that helps provide decent and safe rental housing for eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Wilkes-Barre Housing Authority manages several funded programs and has a total of 60 subsidized affordable housing units for rental assistance.

Manage one general occupancy affordable housing complex, Williamsport NSA, and two affordable housing complexes for elderly residents, Williamsport Manor and Berkshire Manor. They accept Section 8 housing vouchers.

The Housing Choice Voucher Assistance Program provides assistance for low-income families in the private rental market via the Section 8 Program.