Common Questions
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"How Rent is Determined"
Q: How long is the waiting list?
A: We are unable to say, The waiting list varies depending on number of bedrooms needed and preferences (elderly, disabled, homeless, domestic violence, dilapidated housing) if any.
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Q: Do you have Emergency Housing?
A: No, we do not
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Q: How many bedrooms am I eligible for?
A: In general, the appropriate unit size is determined by assigning one bedroom for two people in a household…with the following exceptions.
The head of household will have their own room unless shared with a spouse or cohead.
Other family members of opposite sex who are over the age of six (6) will be allocated separate bedrooms.
Q: Where am I at on the waiting list?
A: An applicant's position can change daily due to new applications that may contain preferences (elderly, disabled, homeless, domestic violence, and dilapidated housing) causing a repositioning of applicants on the waiting list.
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Q: Can my friend and I get an apartment?
A: No, you must be living as or have lived as a family unit previously
(no roommates)
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Q: Do you accept felons into housing?
A: It depends on results of the criminal background check the MHA does. The MHA looks at each background and makes a determination based on; how long ago the crime was, the severity of the crime and how many crimes were committed.
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Q: How do I get on the waiting list?
A: You need to submit an application with the appropriate required documentations. Note: Based upon the MHA's background checks (criminal, landlord, etc...), your eligibility will be determined.
Q: Do I have to pay utilities?
A: Public Housing-Yes, Gas and Electricity for all units, water, sewer, and garbage for some units.
Section 8- Depends on the house you select.
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Q: Do you have any apartments available to rent now?
A: No, all of our units have a waiting list.
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Q: Do you accept pets?
A: Only one pet under 20lbs per unit.
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