Does Section 8 housing still exist?
Section 8, now known as Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and Project-Based Rental
I have applied for a Housing Choice Voucher. Can I apply for Public Housing, too?
Yes. If you are on the HCV waiting list, you may apply
Who is my landlord when I use a Housing Choice Voucher, Fargo Housing or the property owner/manager?
The property owner/manager is your landlord. Please contact them for any
I found a rental before receiving my HCV. Can I get approved sooner?
No. Finding a unit before receiving your voucher does not
Do Housing Choice Vouchers expire?
No, rental assistance does not expire for households living in
Is there a charge to apply for housing assistance?
It is against HUD policy to charge for a Housing Choice
Can Housing Choice Vouchers be transferred to another person?
No, HCVs cannot be transferred between people.
Can Housing Choice Vouchers be transferred to another city or area?
Yes, we call that portability. Housing Choice Vouchers may be transferred
Do properties that accept HCVs have to meet any quality standards?
Yes, HCV properties must meet Housing Quality Standards and be decent, safe and sanitary. Fargo Housing
What percentage of my income goes to rent when I qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher?
30 percent. Landlords are paid the difference between 30% of your income and