WHEN: The Housing Choice Voucher waiting list will open on Monday, July 15, 2024 at 8:00am CT. The list will remain continuously open.
HOW: Applications will be accepted online only. Only one application per household will be accepted. Duplicate or fraudulent pre-applications will be rejected. Paper applications will not be distributed or accepted. If you need assistance in another language, Google Translate will assist you during the application process.
WHERE: Applications can be submitted ONLINE with the use of a personal computer, laptop, smartphone, or tablet. If you need access to a computer or WiFi connection, please contact the Upper Explorerland RHA at (563)382-6171, extension 1.
INFORMATION NEEDED: Full legal names, social security numbers, birthdates, mailing address and income information for every person in the household. You must enter your total household income on the application. If your household has no income from any sources, you must enter zero in the income field. The information you provide must be truthful and complete to the best of your knowledge. An email addresses will be required for all applications.
As you complete the application process, you will create a login and password. Please keep this information.
APPLICATION SELECTION: Applications will be pulled from the list for voucher issuance by date and time of initial application.
There is no cost to apply, and no one will ask an applicant for any payment. Please keep in mind that there are a limited number of vouchers available, and by submitting an application does not mean you are eligible or will receive a voucher for either program.
WAIT TIMES: Upper Explorerland RHA does not provide emergency or immediate housing. The amount of time you will wait before your application is selected may be months to years. You will be notified when your application has been selected. Wait List applicants are required to report, in writing, changes of mailing address and family composition.
REASONABLE ACCOMODATION: Applicants that require a reasonable accommodation may call (563)382-6171, extension 1 between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM CT.
MAXIMUM INCOME LIMITS PER HOUSEHOLD SIZE: The program has maximum income limits; however, 75 percent of new admissions must be at or below the extremely low-income limits. To view current local income limits and payment standards, visit https://uerpc.org/regional-housing-authority-section-8-housing-program/