| Now Open: City of Phoenix Pre-Application to Join the Housing Choice Voucher Waitlist | https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/housing/2860 | Housing | | 9/13/2023 12:00:00 AM | https://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/2860/Newsroom_Housing_Aeroterra_01.png | | Now Open: City of Phoenix Pre-Application to Join the Housing Choice Voucher Waitlist | <div class="ExternalClass2A6E7AF927EF4DD2AC9EED23170C8972"><html>
<p>The City of Phoenix Housing Department is now accepting pre-applications to join the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) waitlist. The waitlist will be open for pre-applications through September 26 at 7 p.m. <br><br>The City's HCV program, commonly known as Section 8, is available for low-income individuals and families in need of assistance paying for rental housing. This is the first time the waitlist has opened since 2016. Anyone who is interested in joining the waitlist is encouraged to submit a pre-application during the opening period. <br><br>"At the City, we remain committed to ensuring that Phoenicians can find an affordable place to call home. The Housing Choice Voucher Program plays a crucial role in providing our residents with an opportunity to find safe and stable housing, and I hope all those in need of assistance will take advantage of this opportunity," said Mayor Gallego. <br><br>Voucher recipients are free to choose their own rental housing in the private market. Generally, participants pay 30 percent of their monthly income toward rent and utilities and the program pays the difference up to the contract rent to the landlord each month. <br><br>Pre-applications are available in multiple languages and accepted online, in-person, and via email, fax, and mail. The pre-application is estimated to take approximately 10 minutes to complete. Placement is not first come, first served. All pre-applications received during the opening period will be electronically randomized for placement on the waitlist and eligibility will be verified when the applicant is selected from the waitlist as vouchers become available. <br><br>“The Housing Choice Voucher program is a vital tool in helping residents find and keep affordable housing," said Vice Mayor Yassamin Ansari. “I'm particularly grateful that City staff have made the pre-application available in a variety of languages, from Spanish to Swahili with various ways to complete and submit the pre-application. I encourage all residents interested in joining the waitlist to apply." <br><br>“After waiting nearly 8 years, I'm beyond thankful we've been able to reopen the HCV waiting list for the many families and residents in need of this program," said Councilwoman O'Brien. “As thankful as I am that new families will be able to apply for the program, I still would like to see the federal Housing and Urban Development Department look into reevaluating their voucher equation and provide more vouchers to the City of Phoenix to more accurately represent the needs of the fifth largest city in the Country." <br><br>"The Housing Choice Voucher program is an important tool the City is able to utilize to provide housing assistance to low-income families in our community," said Councilwoman Stark. "I am eager to see the pre-application has reopened, and I hope all eligible residents take advantage of this opportunity and apply. Filling out a ten-minute application could be life-changing for those who qualify." <br><br>“Section 8 provides invaluable assistance for low-income families being priced out of the housing market and is a step in the right direction to ensure Phoenix residents have access to safe and stable housing," said Councilwoman Laura Pastor. “The application is free and will be available in several languages. Because this is the first time the application has opened in 7 years, I urge everyone who needs the vouchers to apply." <br><br>"I am thankful that the Housing Department has reopened the Section 8 Voucher waitlist for Phoenix residents," said District 5 Councilwoman Betty Guardado. "This program will help our low-income families who may be struggling to make ends meet and ensure they have safe and accessible housing opportunities." <br><br>"Section 8 Vouchers have the potential to make a real difference in the lives of our lower-income residents," said Councilman Kevin Robinson. "As the chair of the Economic Development and Housing Subcommittee, I am eager to do my part to ensure its success and I look forward to seeing how this program will grow in the future." <br><br>“Since the list was last opened seven years ago, the demand for more affordable housing options has increased and it will continue to increase. While this will help several families in Phoenix, we hope that the federal government will hasten the pace of providing access to more vouchers," said Councilwoman Kesha Hodge Washington. <br><br>Learn more about the pre-application process and how to apply at <a target="_blank" href="http://phoenix.gov/housing">phoenix.gov/housing</a>, email <a target="_blank" href="mailto:S8waitlist@phoenix.gov">S8waitlist@phoenix.gov</a> or call 602-534-3030. <br><br>Landlords interested in learning more about the Housing Choice Voucher Program and the City's available $2,000 landlord incentive can learn more <a target="_blank" href="https://action.phoenix.gov/c1.pl?ea25e45740e1ebc244e01801f99e4bb8b4f2603d22c61f6cd7c1ecd414968406">here</a>. <br></p>
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| City of Phoenix Opening Pre-Application to Join the Housing Choice Voucher Waitlist | https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/housing/2839 | Housing | | 8/22/2023 5:00:00 PM | https://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/2839/Newsroom_Housing_100.jpg | | City of Phoenix Opening Pre-Application to Join the Housing Choice Voucher Waitlist | <div class="ExternalClassE246C277989F4AEDB3212345D58E8F5E"><html>
<p><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">The City of Phoenix Housing Department is opening the pre-application to join the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) waitlist. It will be the first opportunity for individuals and families in need of assistance paying for their rental housing to join the waitlist since 2016. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span><br></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">The HCV waitlist will be open for pre-applications for 15 days, from September 12 at 8 a.m. through September 26 at 7 p.m. The Housing Department will be accepting pre-applications online or by paper, in-person, by email, fax, or mail, and in multiple languages. The City’s HCV program (commonly known as Section 8) is available for low-income individuals and families to afford safe and decent housing in Phoenix. </span>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">“The Housing Choice Voucher program is a necessary and valuable resource for Phoenix residents,” said Titus Mathew, City of Phoenix Housing Department Director. “We are excited for the opportunity for more individuals and families to join the waitlist and have access to assistance in obtaining safe and stable affordable housing.”</span>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">With a voucher, participants are free to choose their own housing in the private rental market. Generally, participants pay 30 percent of their monthly income toward rent and utilities, and the program pays the difference up to the contract rent to the landlord each month.</span>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">During the pre-application opening period, anyone interested in joining the waitlist may apply. Applicants will be asked to provide standard household information such as mailing address, email, phone number, information on their household members, and total household income. Social security numbers and citizenship or immigration status are not required for the pre-application. There is no cost to apply for or to receive a voucher. The pre-application is estimated to take approximately 10 minutes to complete.</span>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">“We want to make this process as easy and accessible as possible for our residents,” said Elenia Sotelo, Housing Manager. “We know there are a lot of community members who need assistance affording a safe place to call home, and we want to make sure those renters learn about this opportunity and submit a pre-application to join the waitlist.”</span>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">After the 15-day opening period, all pre-applications received will be electronically randomized for placement on the waitlist. Placement is not first come, first served. Once the waitlist is established, applicants can check their status and ensure their contact information is maintained up to date to receive communication about the HCV program. Full program eligibility will be verified when the applicant is selected from the waitlist as vouchers become available.</span>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">Learn more about the pre-application process and how to apply at <a href="http://www.phoenix.gov/housing" target="_blank">phoenix.gov/housing</a>, email <a href="mailto:S8waitlist@phoenix.gov" target="_blank">S8waitlist@phoenix.gov</a> or call 602-534-3030.</span>
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