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Project-based voucher and project-based rental assistance waitlists - Chicago Housing Authority

Chicago, IL

RentalWaitlist

Project-based voucher and project-based rental assistance waitlists in Chicago, run by Chicago Housing Authority (CHA).

Cost

Application fee

Free

Deadline

When to apply

Any time. The waitlist is open.

Who can apply

Open to

Any household that meets the income rules.

Other rules from the listing

  • At least one household member must be a U.S. Citizen or have eligible immigration status.
  • Household income must be under CHA's limit for your household size.
  • You cannot owe money to CHA or another housing program.
  • You should have a good record of paying rent on time.
  • Household size must fit the size of the available apartment.
  • CHA checks criminal convictions from the past six months and permanent bans for certain crimes.

Who gets priority

These applicants move up the list.

  • Waitlist preferences for veterans, people with disabilities, victims of domestic violence and people who are homeless

How to apply

Ways to apply

Documents you'll need

  • Papers proving U.S. Citizenship or eligible immigration status for at least one household member (asked for when you reach the top of the list)
  • Pay stubs or proof of employment (asked for when you reach the top of the list)

Contact

Office

CHA Client Center

Office address

60 E. Van Buren Street, Chicago

Details

Good to know

Some properties are limited to seniors 62+, veterans, people with disabilities or people who are homeless.Most waitlists are years long, often 10 years or more.Documents are only checked when you reach the top of the list.

Source

Listing on applyonline.thecha.org ↗Confirm the details with the building or office before you apply.
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