How to Apply for HUD Housing in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania
Low-income families in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania can receive assistance through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) program. HUD housing helps families to cover the expenses of renting an apartment or house. In order to qualify, families must meet citizenship, income and employment requirements. The HUD program is administered by the Allegheny County Housing Authority. Once approved for HUD housing, you can choose a residence at one of the housing authority's properties or rent from a private landlord.
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Things You'll Need
- Birth certificate
- Social Security number
- Driver's license
- State-issued identification card
Instructions
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Download and print an application for HUD housing from the website for the Allegheny County Housing Authority.
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Check the application for missed questions and errors. The application must be completely filled out to avoid a delay in processing. Correct any errors.
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Gather personal information for all members of your household. You need to provide Social Security numbers and birth certificates for each household member. Photo identification is required for all household members 18 years of age and older.
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Turn in the application and your documentation to the housing authority. You should return the application in person to your local public housing authority.
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Wait for your HUD housing voucher. The voucher is a coupon you give to your landlord as proof that you qualify for rental assistance. Once your application is processed, you are placed on a waiting list. You could be on the waiting list for several years before receiving your voucher.
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Attend a briefing session once you receive notification that you have reached the top of the waiting list.
Before receiving your voucher, you are required to attend a briefing session that outlines the program requirements and gives you pointers on finding a home.
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Tips & Warnings
You can also pick up an application at the Allegheny County Housing Authority's office. An application can be mailed to you at your request. Contact the office at 412-402-2489.
The housing authority only accepts applications at certain times of the year. Contact the housing authority to inquire whether applications are being accepted in your area.
Victims of domestic violence, homeless and disabled persons may be moved up on the waiting list.
It is your responsibility to keep a current address filed with the housing authority while you are on the waiting list. Updates are mailed out periodically. Failure to return the update form can result in your removal from the waiting list.
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