Providing Assistance through the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) Program
The Housing Choice Voucher program, formerly known as Section 8, succeeds because of local landlords like you who help families reach self-sufficiency and independence. Participating in this federally funded program provides you with a reliable monthly rent income from qualified and partially-screened individuals. Families pay a portion of their annual income towards the contract rent and utilities while SCCHA pays landlords the remaining contract rent via a Housing Assistance Payment (HAP).
We are here to assist you with understanding the program, process, and the assistance available to you. Start by clicking the box below that best describes your situation.
Do You Already Assist a Family With a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8)?
Visit pageNot Yet Assisting a Family With a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8), but Would Like to Start?
Visit pageWhat you can do on this page:
- Learn about the benefits of the program, including financial incentive payments for new or returning Housing Choice Voucher landlords
- See FAQ for prospective landlords
- Understand the process to becoming a landlord making a difference in the lives of local families
- Sign up to attend a Landlord Workshop for new and existing owners
Learn More About the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) Program
Visit pageThe Housing Choice Voucher program helps participating low-income eligible families secure safe, decent, affordable housing by assisting with payments towards their contract rent. This federally-funded program pays the balance of the rent directly to the owners of privately owned houses, apartments, or other rental units who rent to voucher holders.
