What is Section 8? In order to be eligible to receive financial housing assistance from the Housing Authority, the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has determined that applicants being considered for occupancy on or after June 19, 1995, must submit evidence of citizenship status or eligible immigration status as soon as possible or with your other eligibility documentation that you have been asked to submit at the time the Housing Authority anticipates providing assistance. This evidence must be presented in the original form. A copy will be made for your file and the original will be returned to you. Housing Choice Voucher Program The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program (previously referred to as Section8) is a federally funded program that helps families pay their rent. This assistance is in a form of a voucher provided to low income families, seniors, and persons with disabilities for rental units chosen by the tenant in the private market. Many landlords accept the Housing Choice Voucher program because the rent is dependable and families tend to be better than average. The family would be able to choose from manufactured homes, apartments, duplexes, and single-family homes. Once the family finds a suitable unit, a physical inspection needs to be conducted to ensure that it meets all program requirements. The housing authority executes a contract with the landlord to pay rent on the family’s behalf. The program’s primary purpose is to provide rental assistance to families of very-low to moderate income for affordable, decent, safe, and sanitary housing in the private rental market. How Do I Apply? A housing Choice Voucher (HCV) application needs to be submitted on application day. The family needs to fill it out completely. Applications are taken every second Thursday of the month form 8:30 a.m. thru 11:30 a.m. only. The applicant must sign in on the SIGN IN SHEET and will be interviewed only on application day. All applications must be turned in person. Do not mail/fax applications! *NOTE: The Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is currently closed until further notice. How Much Do I Pay? Rent Payment: The formula used in determining rental payment is the highest in the following: 30% of monthly adjusted income (after allowed deductions) 10% of monthly gross income $50 minimum rent   Where Would I Live? • Anywhere within the City of Pharr Waiting List Application   Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program Differences: Helps families pay their rent Families are able to choose from manufactured homes, apartments duplexes & single family homes Execute a contract with landlords Provides rental assistance to very-low to moderate income families   To begin the process download & complete all forms: Section 8 Required Information & Fact Sheet Section 8 Criminal Check Acknowledgement Consent Form Section 8 Consent and Authorization to Release Income Information Section 8 Citizenship Requirements Section 8 Pharr Housing Application Section 8 Pharr Housing Pre-Application Section 8 Authorization for the Release of information /Privacy Act Notice