FAQ's for Applicants
What is a Housing Choice Voucher?
The Housing Choice Voucher Program, HCV, is also commonly referred to as Section 8. This is a federally funded housing program to assist low-income households, elderly, and persons with disabilities afford rents in the private market.
What is the difference between HCV and Subsidized Housing?
Housing Choice Vouchers follow the person. In Subsidized Housing, the assistance is attached to the building.
How do I find Subsidized Housing?
Follow the link and select the county you are interested in: Subsidized Housing (mainehousing.org)
How do I apply to the HCV Waitlist ?
Follow this link to apply: https://www.affordablehousing.com/mainecwl
What is a Housing Choice Voucher?
The Housing Choice Voucher Program, HCV, is also commonly referred to as Section 8. This is a federally funded housing program to assist low-income households, elderly, and persons with disabilities afford rents in the private market.
What is the difference between HCV and Subsidized Housing?
Housing Choice Vouchers follow the person. In Subsidized Housing, the assistance is attached to the building.
How do I find Subsidized Housing?
Follow the link and select the county you are interested in: Subsidized Housing (mainehousing.org)
How do I apply to the HCV Waitlist ?
Follow this link to apply: https://www.affordablehousing.com/mainecwl
What else do I need to know?
To apply or update your application click the link below.
- The income guidelines to qualify for the Voucher programs change annually
- To be eligible for the programs your household must fall within the income limits
- There is no minimum income requirements to qualify for a voucher
- You may not be eligible if you owe money to a Housing Authority, or you have been terminated from a federally subsidized housing. You may also be denied entry if you have recent criminal activity involving domestic violence or drug related criminal activity.
To apply or update your application click the link below.
