Please enable scripts and reload this page. Skip to main content. Turn on more accessible mode. Turn off more accessible mode. Skip Ribbon Commands. Turn off Animations. Turn on Animations. Coronavirus Information. Are you interested in Section 8 news and information? Take a look at our most recent newsletter! July Newsletter - Eviction Moratorium Timeline. The Family Self-Sufficiency Program, FSS , is federally funded program created to assist low-income families become economically stable.
As an incentive, a participant may be eligible to start an escrow account. As their income increases due to earned income, a portion that is equivalent to the increase is put into an escrow savings account on a monthly basis. The account also accrues interest. When the participant has graduated from the program, the escrow account monies are paid to the participant to use in any way they wish.
Participation can last up to five years. However, a family may graduate from the program before then. The FSS Program provides a unique opportunity for a FSS Coordinator to work with families in developing an individual plan that is specific to their needs. The FSS Coordinator will help the participants in identifying any obstacles and developing realistic goals to overcome those barriers.
Ways in which referrals and services can benefit families are, but not limited to:. The Family Self-Sufficiency Program is a voluntary program for anyone currently receiving rental assistance through a Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher. Please Note: a family can be 1 individual! Because the family is receiving assistance, the rent burden should be reduced, enabling the family to pay rent more easily and on time. Renters must pay their rent on time according to the terms of their lease.
Tenants are also responsible for abiding by the terms and conditions spelled out in the tenancy addendum. What are the terms of the lease?
The term of the lease will be a maximum of 12 months but may not total days. The HAP and lease beginning and ending dates must coincide. All HAPs and leases will end on the last day of the month prior to the start month i. The landlord is allowed to charge a security deposit similar to what is charged to other fair market tenants.
What if the landlord wants to terminate the lease? If the lease term is a month to month, the property owner or manager can give the tenant a legal notice to vacate at anytime. Upon the end of a specific lease term 6 months, 1 year, etc , the agreement rolls over into a month to month unless the owner and the tenant choose to sign a new lease. What if the renter vacates the unit in violation of the lease?
The property owner may retain the security deposit for the amount of unpaid rent and any damages caused to the unit. Who do I contact if I need housing assistance?
If you are interested in making your property available to participants, please click on the links below or call for more information:. The Family Self-Sufficiency FSS Program promotes self-sufficiency among families participating in the Housing Choice Voucher Section 8 Program and connects them to supportive services to help them achieve financial independence. The program offers stability to families by providing affordable housing and allows them to invest their energy in other efforts including employment, education and job training.
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