What happens if income goes up to a level that a family is no longer eligible to receive a Section 8 subsidy?
Any resident whose income goes up to the extent they can afford to pay the Fair Market Rent will be allowed to remain in the unit as long as they continue to comply with all requirements (e.g. annual inspections, providing information on income and family composition) of their lease. Back to the Top • What happens in cases where income decreases to a level within the Section 8 program limits? In those cases, residents may be restored to the Section 8 program and pay only 30% of income towards rent. Back to the Top • Are there other ways residents could lose their Section 8 voucher? Similar to public housing, Section 8 residents are required to meet all mandatory program requirements including recertification; allowing access for annual inspections; fully disclosing all sources of income; provide notice of intent to move or transfer. Failure to comply with program requirements can result in termination of their Section 8 subsidy and/or eviction from the unit. Back to the Top • What if f
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