What are designated housing program vouchers?
Designated housing vouchers enable non-elderly families with a disabled person, who would be eligible for public housing if occupancy were not restricted to elderly families to lease safe, decent and affordable housing. These vouchers also assist families affected by a PHA decision to designate their buildings as “mixed elderly and disabled buildings” but demonstrate a need for alternative resources for families with a disabled person. What organizations are eligible to apply for designated housing vouchers funding from HUD? PHAs authorized under state law to develop or operate housing assistance programs may apply. How do PHAs apply for voucher funding from HUD? PHAs respond to Notices of Funding Availability (NOFAs). Each NOFA identifies allocation areas, amount of funds available per area, and the selection criteria for rating and ranking applications. What families are eligible to apply for the Designated Housing vouchers? Non-elderly families having a person with disabilities that
