Government Housing Assistance Program

Section 8 Housing Voucher Program

Use your Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher to achieve your dream of homeownership. M.J. Newell Homes accepts Section 8 vouchers for our new construction homes in Southwest Florida.

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What is Section 8?

The Housing Choice Vouchers Program, also known as Section 8, provides assistance to eligible low- and moderate-income families to rent housing anywhere, not just in subsidized housing projects. The federal assistance program works as a rental subsidy that allows families to pay a reasonable amount of their income toward rent.

Key Benefit:

Generally, families will pay no more than 40 percent of their adjusted monthly income toward their rent share. The rental subsidy covers the rest.

Housing Choice Vouchers can be used in every major market in the United States and are administered locally by municipal public housing agencies (PHAs).

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How Does It Work?

1. Apply

Interested families submit applications to the Housing Choice Voucher Program through public housing agencies (PHAs).

2. Get Approved

PHAs determine eligibility. If approved, you receive a Section 8 voucher.

3. Find Housing

Find a suitable rental unit that must be inspected and approved by the PHA.

4. Move In

The PHA pays the landlord the difference between your portion and the payment standard.

How Do I Apply for Section 8?

Create a Free Account

Create a free account on AffordableHousing.com to search for open waiting lists in your area.

Search for Open Waiting Lists

Use AffordableHousing.com to search for open Section 8 waiting lists. The website makes it easy to find and apply to multiple waiting lists.

Apply Online

Many waiting lists operated through AffordableHousing.com allow you to apply directly online. For other waiting lists, you may need to contact the housing provider directly.

Wait for Approval

Once you apply, you'll be placed on a waiting list. Wait times vary depending on local market conditions and the number of applicants.

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Who is Eligible?

Basic Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old
U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen
Single persons are eligible
Households with or without children

Income Requirements

General Rule: Your income may not exceed 50 percent of the median income for your county or metropolitan area.

Priority: 75 percent of vouchers must go to applicants whose incomes don't exceed 30 percent of the median income.

Contact your local PHA for specific income limits for your area and family size.

How M.J. Newell Homes Helps You

We're proud partners with AffordableHousing.com and accept Section 8 vouchers for our new construction homes in Southwest Florida.

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Tenant Obligations

Families are responsible for finding suitable housing, providing income information, complying with lease terms, and maintaining the unit in good condition.

Landlord Obligations

Landlords must submit Request for Tenancy Approval, schedule housing quality inspections, and follow all program requirements.

Moving with Section 8

The program allows families to move without losing rental assistance. You must notify your PHA ahead of time and follow proper procedures.