Worcester Public Housing
AN OVERVIEW
For more information, click on the questions below to go to the main Public Housing page on WorcesterResources.org:
Worcester public housing is
rental housing built with government money. In Worcester and other cities
throughout the United States, the government builds public housing to provide affordable apartments for low and moderate-income
families, elderly persons, persons with disabilities, and certain veterans.
Public housing
in Worcester is run by the Worcester Housing Authority.
To be eligible for
public housing in Worcester, you and other members of your household must meet
income guidelines. The income guidelines differ slightly depending on whether
it is Federal or State public housing. The Worcester Housing Authority will
also consider your past history as a tenant when determining eligibility.
The Rental Assistance Eligibility Check is an easy way for you to find out
if you are likely to qualify for Worcester public housing. After you answer questions
online about your family, your income, and your expenses, you will see the
results of the eligibility check right away, on your computer screen.
The rent you will pay
in Worcester public housing depends on your household income. You can
expect to pay approximately 30% of your net monthly income, after certain deductions,
on rent. The less money you make, the lower your rent will be.
You may apply for Worcester public housing at the Worcester Housing
Authority. This agency is responsible
for the public housing program in Worcester and makes the final decisions on applications.
You may also go to various community organizations and neighborhood
centers in Worcester for assistance with the application and general information.
You
will need proof of identity, income, and expenses when you apply.
Your name will be put
on a waiting list, and it may take as long as two years to get public
housing in Worcester. Certain households get preference, depending on
their situation. Once you get
Worcester public housing, you may stay in it as long as your income remains
within the limits, and you are a good tenant.
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