Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority

Category: Housing authority in Columbus, Ohio

Address: 1407 Cleveland Ave, Columbus, OH 43211, USA

Phone: +18333782220

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8AM–4:30PM

Tuesday: 8AM–4:30PM

Wednesday: 8AM–4:30PM

Thursday: 8AM–4:30PM

Friday: 8AM–4:30PM

Saturday: Closed

Reviews

Velise Bullard

Sep 14, 2022

EHV means nothing. I've been told date after date and it changes every time. I keep completing paperwork just to find out there more weeks later. I started this 14 weeks in the homeless shelter now I'm almost due and I'm still filling out paper work. Getting told I'd get my voucher month ago. Then dinner. Then today. And all I get is I don't know we'll have to wait. With no number to call no one to contact.

Barbara Chambers

Sep 11, 2022

I have been on the waitlist since January 5, 2016 and I have not heard anything. There have been rumors about the list opening up and when I try to reach out one of two things happen, I cannot get in contact with anyone or I am told wait until someone contacts me. I am still waiting, I would like an answer an update or something as things with my current living situation have become hazardous to the health and safety of my children.

DaVon Mattison

Sep 7, 2022

I've been dealing with CHMA for a while this is my second voucher through them. These people have not helped me at all. They get paid go money not to do their job. CGI ain't no better they are just holding my paper for no reason. My apartment has been waiting on me for a two months now. They won't approve my paperwork even tho I got a signature from CGI because they don't have a approval letter to give. At this point I'm ready to get lawyers involved these people have not helped me at all and I'm sick of it. If you call on the phone you gotta deal with people being nasty and you could just be asking a question. I really don't want to give the no rating

Melissa Hornik

Sep 6, 2022

I have been working with CMHA for 7 years now and I cannot believe how bad this transition has been. I have one tenant that I subitted his voucher June 3, 2022. They came out for intial inspection and did not notify me via email or mail and no 30 min call ahead like they are supposed to do. They put a tag on the door. We have been trying to 3 months to get back on the schedule. This guy comes by my office 3 times a week and begs me to do something as he is staying in a shelter. So sad. I have called and emailed and stopped in and they just tell me to email. The emails go nowhere. I have ones from May that say the next available agent will get back to me. I also have a lady that moved in in May and I still have not received the funding contract. How are landlords supposed to keep up with the mortgage/taxes/insurance and water bills? All the great folks I worked with over the years no longer have working emails or phone numbers. Where did they all go?

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Questions & Answers

What happened to CMHA answering their phones? They are getting to be like ODJFS never answer nor call back.

Carebears | Sep 16, 2018
Melissa Breckenridge | Sep 15, 2020

Right I’m trying to move to g Columbus and I called early part of this year and still no response

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How much is a 2 bdrm voucher

Jonella Mcwilson | Sep 16, 2018
Lana Douglaa | Sep 16, 2019

You can apply without an income and get an allowance for your utilities and since you have no income you can pay as little as 20 bucks or even nothing for rent it just depends on your personal situation. I know because a lot of people I know have been through it. Don't trust all the public reviews and answers you see online

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How can I get a voucher for low income as a homeless person

Bruce Von Wert | Sep 16, 2018
Carebears | Sep 16, 2018

Go to the shelter and they will sign you up. You may stay at the shelter even if you have kids.

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Does the residence have to be in Columbus or could I use the voucher in Fairfield, OH?

bruce rudman | Sep 16, 2018
Autumn Henneke | Sep 16, 2019

You can live in Delaware, Franklin, Fairfield, Licking, Morrow and Pickaway county to apply so it only makes sense if you can use the voucher in any of those counties

Can i apply if i have no income?

TASHIA Henderson | Sep 16, 2019
Christina Archie | Sep 16, 2019

Yes

Can I apply for low income housing online?

Tera Austin | Sep 16, 2018
Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority | Feb 17, 2022

To apply visit cmhanet.com and click on the “Apply Now” button on the home page. Once clicked it will take you into a portal where you can enter your personal information and you will be added to our waitlist.

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I have a voucher in Lancaster but Lancaster is letting me leave to Columbus what is the process of porting and how long...my caseworker said she sending off papers to cmha on January 2nd

Bri And kids | Sep 16, 2018
Delilah Collier | Sep 16, 2018

Same Question

How do I find landlords that take the housing vouchers?

Brenda Champagne | Sep 16, 2018
Cara | Sep 16, 2019

Go to craigslist housing rentals and type section 8 or voucher in the search box

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Ok I have a 3 bedroom voucher and I found a place but they are asking for deposit and last months rent can they do that.

Nichole Tanner Wise | Sep 16, 2018
Christal B | Sep 16, 2019

Yes they can ask for it. Due to the negative stigma on "section 8" renters tearing up their property.

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It says to update the application every two years. And I have tried to do it but it wouldn't let me.what can I do about that. Im still going down the list though.

Everett Berry | Sep 16, 2018
Andrea Cousins | Sep 16, 2018

Just go in to the office to update any information.

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Yes 2bedroom, that's what I'm in now, they are selling this house, can I move the new place, which is 2bedroom also, original was 750 , but change in rent to 600 can move to it

Linda Doolittle | May 18, 2022
Maxine Rogers | May 18, 2022

No. You'll have to let. Section 8. Know. So they can help with the rent

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Hi hopefully to be part of the columbus Ohio family I'm l looking for a nice housing program for someone who is disabled and get ss disability. Is there somewhere on broad st

Carmen Solomon | Mar 19, 2022
Cynthia Herrera | Mar 19, 2022

Yes I believe multiple places...

Are you allowed to do a walk in @ CMHA on 5th Ave Office?

Carmien Andrews | Nov 19, 2021
Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority | Nov 19, 2021

Our offices are located at 880 E. 11th Avenue and 1407 Cleveland Avenue. We ask that you set up an appointment with your advisor first.

How do I get section 8

Hayden Hinton | Sep 15, 2021
Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority | Apr 18, 2022

Go to cmhanet.com and click on the apply now button. Our waitlist is always open and we continuously pull from that waitlist. Thanks!

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if someone gets a letter saying they have to start paying full rent but have not received any income, what could cause that?

Lisa Needham | Sep 15, 2021
Charles S | Sep 15, 2021

Not providing updated information or it not being calculated correctly. File an appeal immediately or ask for supervisors whom generally will correct mistakes assist caseworkers on these rare occasions..

Can a single female get a voucher?

Sithabile Mbambo | Sep 15, 2020
Charles S | Sep 15, 2020

Yes. It's based on income

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Can you get a house with a one bed vouch ?

Laura Moore | Sep 16, 2019
Annette Parker | Sep 16, 2019

Yes, as long as your voucher amount cover it. I got a three bedroom with a 2 bedroom voucher

How long is the waiting list?

mommy life simon | Sep 16, 2019
Betty Rose | Sep 16, 2019

I dont really now. I just now you get on line and put your info. In. And the man at.section 8 said they randomly call folks on there. They dont go in order. So they can call u anytime.

My new home didnt pass inspection because of two different things, but I was offered the opportunity to move in anyway. I would have to allow them in to make repairs. Should I or shouldn't I move in without it passing inspection the first time?

Jasma 614 | Sep 16, 2018
Marsha Rainey | Sep 16, 2019

NO! You never move in without it passing inspection FIRST!! Or you will be responsible for full rent and will void ypur sectio 8 voucher.

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Where am I on the waiting list

regina thomas | Sep 16, 2018
Kaleah Campbell | Sep 16, 2018

This series of questions are a waste of my time an d yours

Is the housing open today

Donye Peyton | Sep 16, 2018
Melanie Shepherd | Sep 16, 2018

Yes its Monday

How do I apply for the section 8 program?

John Smith | Sep 16, 2018
Destiny Lee | Sep 16, 2018

You have do it online now

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Need emergency maintenance phone no.

Cyndy Patrick | Sep 16, 2017
Kaleah Campbell | Sep 16, 2018

Call the main number

How do know if I on the lust

Regina Tucker | Sep 16, 2017
Kaleah Campbell | Sep 16, 2018

You don't and you won't know those half baked people don't care about you one way or the other

I have been on the wait list for 7 years now and I have not moved at all I don't understand why it's taking so long it's me and my two kid our unsafe part of the ceiling fell in the bathroom,it looks like rest is going too continues water and mold

Barbara Chambers | Sep 10, 2022
NeCee Glenn | Sep 10, 2022

Looks like you should visit their office on high St

Why as re they do slow .and the one guy was eating at his desk

Belinda Revere | Sep 8, 2022
Child Of Family Love. | Sep 8, 2022

I'm sorry can't answer that question for you,lol should of asked him, again I myself personally didn't have any problems.🙏

Since when is being on hold 30+ minutes to get info a good thing?????? Trying to relocate to a more liberal community and I get on hold music and messages? Won't email, because nobody responds in time!!!

Mikel Gobel | Sep 1, 2022
Child Of Family Love. | Sep 1, 2022

Sorry about that, I walked into the office on Cleveland Ave, got help after being in the office for a short time. I didn't use phone, because it does take long,but if you're impatient,then call earlier or near the end of the week maybe not a long hold time on the phone.& You know they short staffed 🧐

I filed for voucher assistance in 2020 and never heard from anyone. I refilled in July 2022. I have since had the virus, and am learning to walk again. Is there any help I can get?

Roberta Benjamin | Aug 16, 2022
Brittany Leslie | Aug 16, 2022

You would have to go under the website and email someone or call someone

Can I use a franklin county issued voucher in whitehall

G Mil | Jul 17, 2022
Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority | Jul 17, 2022

Yes, Whitehall is located in Franklin County.

How do I update my application for a apartment I am a senior and I need help with getting a apartment and rent

Sherry Hull | Jun 17, 2022
Deitra Willard | Jun 17, 2022

it would be best if you went into the office,

I am a felon of 6 years ago and have a eviction that was paid in full from 6.5 years ago. I'm looking for something affordable for myself only in the hilltop,OSU, Hilliard, or Dublin area to rent. Can anyone give me a idea of where to go

Bridgette Adams | May 18, 2022
Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority | May 18, 2022

CMHA's waitlist is always open to apply. If you go to cmhanet.com and click on the "Apply Now" tab you will be added to our waitlist. Thanks!

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How do you move to Ohio from another state and get subsidized housing?

Donna Bopp | Apr 18, 2022
janet jivers | Apr 18, 2022

I haven't had that problem yet ! I guess you go on line and ask them how you can get it either way you're going have too go on line to open account with them and then fill out your application to be put on the list before you move ! I hope this was helpful .

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I was told by cmha twice today they mailed me my voucher but I cannot find it in my email at all! Is there a way to see your voucher online?

Laura McGuire | Oct 20, 2021
Vanessa Randolph | Oct 20, 2021

Call them and make sure your address is correct with them and postal service. I dont think there is,but you have to have set up an account online in order to see where you are in line for placement if it can be done that is where to start. I was just told yes.

I have applied twice and waited for almost 2 yrs and have got no answer on my application no call backs,I just need to get a section 8 voucher for my autistic son and myself to have a place to go.

Nikki Spradlin | Sep 15, 2021
Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority | Sep 15, 2021

Hi Nikki, I'm sorry you have not received a voucher. We have a waitlist with several thousand people in need of housing as well. As long as you have had your application updated within the last two years, there is nothing else that needs done. When we have available vouchers, we pull from the waitlist. It selects people at random, like a lottery. So, as people leave the voucher system and a voucher opens up we are able to pull new people from the list. Let us know if you have any more questions regarding the waitlist? Thanks!

We live in a hud apt and. The landlord will not respond to some trouble we are having with the water, what can we do

Rocky Salyer | Sep 15, 2021
Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority | Sep 15, 2021

Do you have a voucher through the Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority? If so, please contact your housing advisor and let them know what is going on first and we will try to resolve the issue. Thank you!

Can men get houseing

Tyler Wilson | Sep 15, 2021
Elle T | Sep 15, 2021

Yes. Anyone can apply

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How do I get copies of my check stubs that I gave to CMHA

Lakeisha Burkes | Sep 15, 2021
Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority | Sep 15, 2021

Hi Lakeisha, contact your Housing Advisor for this information. Thank you!

How do I go about get a housing voucher

tanya Johnson | Sep 15, 2021
Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority | Sep 15, 2021

Hi Tanya, go to our website at cmhanet.com and click on the "APPLY NOW" tab. Once you set up an account and make a profile you will be added to our waitlist. Let me know if you have any other questions. Thank you and have a great day.

How to get hud rules an Regulations

Doris Peyton | Sep 15, 2021
Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority | Sep 15, 2021

Hi Doris, go to hud.gov for rules and regulations. Thanks, CMHA

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Moving to new apartment how long does it a inspention

Susan Thomas | Sep 15, 2021
Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority | Sep 15, 2021

Good morning, this is taken straight from our Admin Plan, see below for details. 1. Initial/Move-in Inspections CMHA will schedule the initial inspection of the unit as soon as possible (but no later than ten calendar days) after receipt of a Request for Tenancy Approval Form and Lease. The unit must be ready for inspection at the time RTA is received by CMHA. The owner will be notified of the inspection results and given a deadline to correct the items noted as “Fail.”

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I applied for low income in 2017 I am disabled and 64 yr and every time I check online it's the same thing active. And I can never get to talk to anyone when I call.

Linda Smoaks | Sep 15, 2021
Tina Hammons | Sep 15, 2021

Do you have a case manager or Home Health Aide Usually your case managers job is to provide You with Your Dire needs Housing food bills ect. Do you have a case plan

Aren't all apartments complexes, required by State and Federal, Hud to have heat in all bathrooms, especially when winter hits, the bathrooms are 39 degree below ?

Marcia Clark | Sep 15, 2021
Tina Hammons | Sep 15, 2021

Every room in the house if it's any low income based program Im not sure about others they have different contracts / owner some are just apartments that don't care

1. Can an Apartment Complex require you to buy your own screen door , front and back at $700.00 per door, for something you don't own, so they can get out of, putting them in theirselves .

Marcia Clark | Sep 15, 2021
angela davenport | Sep 15, 2021

You would only have to pay for a screen door if you damaged it not just to have one. There is a grievance policy that you can have an informal hearing

How do I recover an old account without having my user name or password

alaina avant | Sep 15, 2020
Demetrie Denny | Sep 15, 2020

I've tried technical support and everything i could devote time too with No luck

Can you get a voucher if you have 6 dogs?

Yurr K | Sep 15, 2020
Rutanya Faulkner | Sep 15, 2020

Yes and it depends on where you move to due to most places that doesn't except dogs or cats. Check first before you accept a place you stay. Check with the owner of the home and you also will have to pay a fee for your dogs.

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Is CMHA taking applications currently? Is the waitlisting open?

Amy Chapman | Sep 15, 2020
Sonja Nelson | Sep 15, 2020

The lottery for vouchers is always open. Visit CMHAs website (www.cmhanet.com) to apply. Each housing community operates from it's own waitlist. Visit http://cmhanet.com/OtherHousing/Communities for a list of communities. For subsidized housing, contact the affordable housing communities and ask if their waitlist is open and instructions on how to apply.

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I’m a single mom and been on the waiting 6 years No letter no Emil Nothing idk if this place is a joke or not

My Family & I | Sep 15, 2020
LAWRENCE BARRETT JR. | Sep 15, 2020

I was on the list I think it took me like 3 years you should always check what number your at so you don't get passed they will right you when number gets down to about 50

I have been on the waiting list since 2015...I'm in a shelter with my kids ...is there something I need to do to be able to get a housing voucher or its a waiting game

Sithabile Mbambo | Sep 15, 2020
Aretha Shuemak | Sep 15, 2020

Only thing to do is make sure the shelter report that your in that particular shelter, if you have a job they move you into housing quicker than the ones just waiting on housing...that's a word of mouth not sure if it's true or not...but you can always check into it...God be with you during your struggle to find housing for your family...🙏🙏🙏

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Ok i..need to what's the total amount for a 1 bedroom housing choice voucher?

Dwaun Gossett Mitchell | Sep 15, 2020
Nakema Sherman | Sep 15, 2020

Sorry don't kn3

When you live in hud subsidised Apts and when you haven't paid 400.00 dollars in medical each year, why do they raise your rent??

Sarah Miller | Sep 16, 2019
Kit Colette | Sep 16, 2019

The 400 in medical is an automatic deduction that figures to 10 a month off your rent. Its built in. It's just 10 dollars less a month than an able bodied person basically. If you report greater than 3% of your income in medical that can also be deducted such as medical premiums etc. But if you stop paying those that extra deduction goes away as there is more money is your pocket. Your rent goes up with your social security cost of living increase every year as you pay 30% of income after deductions in rent.

I have a voucher I am wanting to move to Columbus area can you tell me what is the rent scale for a 4 br. voucher? so I may look for rentals in advance to assure my children are in the proper area for schools and easy for my work route.

Amber Sloan | Sep 16, 2019
Quentin Dunmore | Sep 16, 2019

It all depends upon your voucher amount, for the details you must pay a visit to CMHA Columbus on Cleveland and 11th st.

I live in toledo and i go threw lmha here how can i get a apartment with columbas low income apartments

Aneicia Malone | Sep 16, 2019
Ms V | Sep 16, 2019

You'd have to port your voucher. As long as you've lived there a yr or more you can move anywhere

Can you run a type b daycare from a section 8 home?

Canese Canese | Sep 16, 2019
Simona Clardy | Sep 16, 2019

Yea, but you would have to let CMHA know about your business.

How do i report something ?

ZeRo -0 | Sep 16, 2019
Ms V | Sep 16, 2019

You can go in person if about a landlord or person

How do I know if I'm on the list

Teri Taylor | Sep 16, 2019
Ms V | Sep 16, 2019

Go in and inquire to see if you are.

Is cmha currently absorbing?

Wanda Pence | Sep 16, 2019
Wendi Powell | Sep 16, 2019

I ported my voucher from another County if that's what you were asking. Yes

When I called for inspection for my property the person who answered the phone was very rood, and uncorteous, this why no one want to rent their propert to section-8 tenants.😏

Rhoda Saleman | Sep 16, 2019
Jay “Mr.FixIt” Bobby | Sep 16, 2019

Rhoda are you a private landlord ifso can I get ur contact info

I have a CMHA voucher do they expire cuz I'm currently in a shelter cuz I need help with a deposit & I was told by a CMHA worker that the voucher don't expire but someone told me that after 90 days they do expire now I'm freaking out

Teresa Johnson | Sep 16, 2019
Sheila Evans | Sep 16, 2019

Have you had a house already you have 90 days still it expires but you need to see if they would you find a place or extent timetell them circumstances of your problems

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How can I get a voucher if I got a SSI income and EBT

Sashon Blakely | Sep 16, 2019
Ronald Bogan | Sep 16, 2019

You have to apply for section 8 , at 880 east 11th st. Columbus OH. But call them first to see when they are accepting apps.

Trying to move once I get the green slip Bk how long do it take for me to get my voucher?

Jennifer Jones | Sep 16, 2019
Alyx Arthurs | Sep 16, 2019

It depends. Because I'm a single parent w one kid it took a yr and a half.

I live in another state and I’m tryna move out there in Ohio...but I’ll like to apply for section ..I have three kids and do I go on line to apply or it’s done in person?

Aquila Jackson | Sep 16, 2019
John Gruber | Sep 16, 2019

On line! Heck of a wait

Hello what bus can I to chma.

Yhaya Baqi | Sep 16, 2019
Danielle Williams | Sep 15, 2020

8 or 6

My sister lives cincinnati already under cmha. Can she transfer to columbus?

Jeff Morey Sr | Sep 16, 2019
Heather Hart | Sep 16, 2019

If she has a section 8 voucher than she can go anywhere in the US that accepts section 8!

Why don't Section 8 do inspection any more?

Cynthia Mc | Sep 16, 2019
Sonja Nelson | Sep 16, 2019

They do. The frequency may have changed but they are still done.

I am disabled and after I pay all of my bills I have like $20 left the apartments that I live how do I get into the voucher pool ?

Sonya Nelson | Sep 16, 2019
Sonja Nelson | Sep 16, 2019

Please visit www.cmhanet.com and apply for a voucher online. You can also look at the property list and contact the sites that you are interested in and ask if they are accepting applications. They will likely have a waitlist but I suggest still applying.

What network do you go to to sign up for the vouchers

Sonya Nelson | Sep 16, 2019
Heather Hart | Sep 16, 2019

You can go to their website & sign up. Although there is a large waiting list

How long do it take to be pick I been on list since 2015

Myshekeyla Tucker | Sep 16, 2019
Tasha Jackson | Sep 16, 2019

It is case by case. It took me 11 years. There was a time you were able to call and check your status. Also to ask questions.

I was in the amethyst program for close to 6 mos but recently.left the program & my apt, due to health reasons. Since i came into the program from the shelter is my voucher still good for housing?

Lillian Lee | Sep 16, 2019
Jenny Horbol | Sep 16, 2019

Yes if it hasn't expired. If its close then go to section 8 they will give you another one

Do CMHA on 11th ave have an after hour's drop off box ?

Latonya McGee | Sep 16, 2019
Takara Sanders | Sep 16, 2019

No

Is there a way to reset the password on the website for section 8. I filled out an application a few years back and now it will not except my security question answers.

Artisha | Sep 16, 2019
Ms V | Sep 16, 2019

There should be a way to do that but you have to do it from a desktop I believe

If I live in a HUD Apt in Akron Ohio, what would I have to do to get one in Columbus?

Debbie Burton Bosley | Sep 16, 2018
christi sorrell | Sep 16, 2018

contact metropolitan housing in your area and they will start the process

Can i fill out forms on websites

Tracy Pierce | Sep 16, 2018
Ms V | Sep 16, 2018

Depends on what forms

Is there a Dropbox

Troy Crawford | Sep 16, 2018
Kit Colette | Sep 16, 2019

No there is not. The box corey is referring to is a newspaper box.

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hi my name is Jennifer And I currently Reside in brooklyn and I have section 8 and I wanted to transfer my section 8 to Columbus Ohio is that possible?? Thank You

Jennifer Reyes | Sep 16, 2018
Pharaoh | Sep 16, 2018

Yes you can go to your social worker and tell where you want to move.

I've tried calling several times. I put in a sec 8 app in 2 yrs ago I don't have to update it everything is the same but when I call to chk status of app my social is nowhere to be found and my password won't let me see my app. What do I do?

hollie parham | Sep 16, 2018
Standing my ground | Sep 16, 2018

I have the same exact question ive been on the list since 2016 also

Can you be evicted for not paying the water bill

Tamisha Allen | Sep 16, 2018
Aurora | Sep 16, 2018

Yes

How much is a 2 bedroom voucher

Qianna Kay | Sep 16, 2018
Melvin Hawkins | Sep 16, 2018

How much is a. 2bd voucher for

How many 30 day extensions can a person get with a section 8 certificate before finding a place?

Janetta L Pickens | Sep 16, 2018
Andrea Cousins | Sep 16, 2018

One only and you have to have extreme circumstances for them to give you an extension.

I have a voucher but due to an illness i may have to move in with my son just for a short period,will i lose my voucher?or will it still be in place for when i need it?

Kimberly Whaley | Sep 16, 2018
Classified Number | Sep 16, 2018

They don't mind changes within thirty days. Over 30 days, it might matter.

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