HAP - Section 8 - Participant Information Menu

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Section 8 Participant Resources Menu

Vacancy Listings
This list of available rental units in Multnomah County accepting Section 8 rent assistance is updated every week.

Free or Low-Cost Services for Participants
HAP's Resident Services Department operates a wide variety of free or low-cost services for Section 8 Participants. Click this link to find out what services may be of interest to you or your family.

The Section 8 Briefing: How the Voucher Program Works
This briefing thoroughly explains the details of how the Voucher program works, and every new and transferring participant must attend it. Click the above link to read the important details explained at the briefing.

How do I transfer to a different unit?
Procedures for transferring your Section 8 assistance to a new unit, either in Multnomah County or to another county or state.

How do I report changes in my household and income?
Information about how to add a child or adult to your household, and how to report increases or decreases in your income.

How do I prepare for a HQS inspection?
Suggestions to help you prepare for and successfully pass a Housing Quality Standards inspection.

What is the policy on reasonable accommodations?
If you have a disability and believe that you need a reasonable accommodation, click here to read our policy.

How is the amount I pay for rent calculated?
Click here for specific information about how the amount you pay for rent is calculated.

What are the subsidy standards?
The Subsidy Standards determine your Voucher's number of bedrooms and the amount of rental assistance you will receive.

What are my rights under the fair housing laws?
Click here to learn about the fair housing laws and how to report unlawful housing discrimination.

What if I have screening barriers?
Click here for helpful tips if you have had problems in the past finding housing because of your credit, criminal, or rental history problems.

What is an informal hearing?
In some cases, HAP provides participants the opportunity for an informal hearing to consider whether certain decisions are in accordance with the law, HUD regulation, and HAP policy. Click here to learn how this procedure works.

How do I request an inspection of my unit?
If you have already notified your landlord or property manager of problems in your unit and feel you need HAP to inspect it, you can submit a form to make the request.

How do I report program abuse?
Stopping program abuse is one of HAP's goals. We have a Rent Assistance Investigation Hotline to report suspected program abuse. For more information, click the above link.

Utility Allowances Schedule
Click here for the most current schedule of utility allowances.

How do I voluntarily terminate my rent assistance?
Click here for instructions for voluntary termination from the Section 8 program.