I have a Section 8 voucher

Basic Information

• Who is my leasing officer?
• What is included in my lease agreement?
• What voucher programs does BHA offer?
• How do I find an apartment?
• How can I see current apartment listings?

Paying Rent

• What do I do if my income or the number of people in my household has changed?
• How do I know if I can afford an apartment using my voucher?
• What is rent recertification for Section 8/Leased Housing participants?
• How does paying for utilities work?
• How much will I pay for my apartment?
• What is the current Utility Allowance?

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Moving

• What do I do if I want to move to Massachusetts from another state?
• What do I do if I want to transfer my voucher to another housing authority outside of Boston?
• What do I do once I've found a unit?
• What to do when I'm ready to sign a lease for a unit?

Inspection Issues

• How do inspections work?

Resident Services

• What is Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS)?
• What is the BHA First Home Program?

Other Customer Service Issues

• How do I submit a grievance or appeal as a Section 8 participant?