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Housing Choice Voucher Program (formerly Section 8)

The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program is a federally funded program designed to assist low-income families with their housing needs. Participants in the HCV program receive assistance to rent private market apartments. Participants find their own apartment, condominium, townhouse or single-family homes. Participants pay approximately 30-35% of their adjusted income towards rent, which is paid directly to their landlord. The FCRHA pays the balance to the landlord.

The way to receive a Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) is through our lottery program. When a family wishes to receive rental assistance, the family must submit an application, when the waitlist is open. The Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority (FCRHA) randomly selects applicants and assigns them a position on the waitlist.

Applicant families must meet the following eligibility requirements to qualify for the program.

Meet the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) definition of a family
A household’s total income must not exceed 50 percent of the Area Median Income.
Qualify on the basis of citizenship or eligible immigrant status
Provide social security number information
Sign required consent forms
Pass screening process

CLICK HERE for additional detail regarding eligibility.

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Housing Choice Voucher Program (formerly Section 8)

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