Cannelton Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program
How the Section 8 Rental Assistance Program Works
The Section 8 Rental Assistance Program is one of the Federal Government’s major programs for assisting lower income families to secure decent, safe, sanitary housing.
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) provides funds to subsidize the difference between what an eligible household can afford and the HUD-approved rent for the approved housing unit. Eligible tenants will typically pay not more than 40% of their adjusted gross income toward rent, including utilities.
Section 8 housing must meet certain standards for safety and housing quality, and rents must be reasonable and fall within the Fair Market Rent and Voucher Payment Standard limitations determined by HUD and the Housing Authority. The rental assistance may be used in existing, new, or rehabilitated units.
The Cannelton Housing Authority certifies eligible tenants, inspects the units proposed for subsidy assistance, and contracts with landlords for payment.
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) provides funds to subsidize the difference between what an eligible household can afford and the HUD-approved rent for the approved housing unit. Eligible tenants will typically pay not more than 40% of their adjusted gross income toward rent, including utilities.
Section 8 housing must meet certain standards for safety and housing quality, and rents must be reasonable and fall within the Fair Market Rent and Voucher Payment Standard limitations determined by HUD and the Housing Authority. The rental assistance may be used in existing, new, or rehabilitated units.
The Cannelton Housing Authority certifies eligible tenants, inspects the units proposed for subsidy assistance, and contracts with landlords for payment.
Tenant Information & Responsibilities:
Tenants must meet the income guidelines established for the program.
Applications are taken by contacting:
Lincoln Hills Development Corporation
302 Main Street
P.O. Box 336
Tell City, IN 47586
1-800-467-1435, Ext. 234
or by Email
Due to the large number of applicants, the waiting list is long at times. This can result in a wait of several months before assistance is potentially available. Therefore assistance is not immediate.
The waiting list is maintained by the Cannelton Housing Authority and the names are placed on the list according to established program preferences.
Tenants are Responsible For:
How to Apply:
To apply for this program, please complete and sign the following forms. When returning your application you must submit Birth Certificates and Social Security cards for all members of your household.
Applications are taken by contacting:
Lincoln Hills Development Corporation
302 Main Street
P.O. Box 336
Tell City, IN 47586
1-800-467-1435, Ext. 234
or by Email
Due to the large number of applicants, the waiting list is long at times. This can result in a wait of several months before assistance is potentially available. Therefore assistance is not immediate.
The waiting list is maintained by the Cannelton Housing Authority and the names are placed on the list according to established program preferences.
Tenants are Responsible For:
- Payment of their portion of the rent on a timely basis.
- Maintaining the property in a decent, safe and sanitary condition.
- Reporting changes in family income or composition to LHDC immediately.
- Giving 30 days prior written notice if they plan to move.
- Complying with all lease provisions.
- Reporting problems with the unit to the landlord immediately.
How to Apply:
To apply for this program, please complete and sign the following forms. When returning your application you must submit Birth Certificates and Social Security cards for all members of your household.
- Application Cover Sheet
- Application
- Citizenship Declaration – each household member (adults and children)
- Background Check – each household member 18 years of age and over
