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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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We are an Equal Housing Opportunity Provider.
We provide housing without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, physical or mental handicap, familial status, national origin, or other protected class. To file a complaint of discrimination, write HUD Director, Office of Civil Rights, 451 7th Street S.W., Washington, D.C. 20410 or call Customer Service at (202) 708-1112 (voice) or (202) 708-1455 (TTY). HUD is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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In accordance with federal law and United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or familial status. To file a complaint of discrimination, write HUD Director, Office of Civil Rights, 451 7th Street S.W., Washington, DC 20410, or call (202) 708-1112 (voice) or (202) 708-1455 (TDD).

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