Housing Choice Voucher Landlords

Program Overview

The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is a federally funded HUD program that assists low-income families in affording decent, safe, and sanitary housing.

Once a family receives a voucher, they are responsible for finding a rental unit with a landlord willing to rent under program standards.

A lease is required, along with:

  • Proof of property ownership
  • A completed, passing inspection conducted by ICHC or its contracted inspector

Payment Process

After the inspection and lease approval:

  • ICHC provides a subsidy payment (HAP payment) directly to the landlord on behalf of the tenant.
  • The tenant may be responsible for a portion of rent and/or utilities, based on income and HUD calculations.

Payments are made in check form directly to the landlord.

Inspections

Inspections are required before move-in and periodically to ensure the unit continues to meet HUD’s Housing Quality Standards (HQS). Contact ICHC or the contracted inspector for inspection scheduling and documentation:

Inspector (Section 8 Voucher – PBV Contracted)

Near Leasing, 172 Leppiaho Rd., Crystal Falls, MI

Contact: Tony Kudwa

Forms and Agreements

Landlords will receive and complete the following documents during lease-up:

  • Lease Agreement for Voucher
  • HUD Form 52641: Tenancy Addendum
  • HUD Form 52641-A: Housing Assistance Payments (HAP) Contract
  • Lead-Based Paint Disclosure (LBP)
  • Lead Paint Notice