The full explanation
Because more families need help than there are resources, long waits are common and a PHA may close its list. Each PHA can give preference to certain groups under its written policies. In the voucher program, a PHA may remove you if you do not answer its requests for information, but if that was because of a family member's disability, it must put you back in your place.
An example
Rosa applies for a Section 8 voucher, and the PHA tells her in writing that she qualifies but is on the waiting list. Rosa updates the PHA every time she changes her phone number or address so she does not lose her place.
You will see it in…
- The PHA's letter telling you whether you qualify and are on the list
- PHA notices when it closes its waiting list
- PHA requests for you to update your information
