San Diego Housing Commission Programs: Rent Assistance, Homelessness Prevention,More

Housing Instability Prevention Program HIPP

Contact:

• Phone: 619 578-7768

• Eml: [email protected]

The Housing Instability Prevention Program HIPP is designed to offer financial support for rent and related housing expenses to low-income families in the City of San Diego who are experiencing a housing crisis and are at risk of becoming homeless. The San Diego Housing Commission SDHC, with funding allocated by the San Diego City Council, administers this program.

Due to limited resources, HIPP can currently assist approximately 300 households annually. For eligibility criteria, please refer to the attached flyer in EnglishSpanish.

SDHC identifies potential participants through referrals from the 2-1-1 San Diego service. A Housing Specialist will contact these households to confirm their qualification for assistance.

Eligibility:

• Must reside or work within the City of San Diego

• Annual income should be below 80 of the San Diego Area Median Income AMI

• Veterans and active-duty military personnel are included

• Low-income senior citizens aged 62 or older

• Individuals with disabilities

• Homeless families and individuals

How HIPP Works:

SDHC provides monthly assistance ranging from $250 to $750 towards rent, based on household needs. Assistance can also cover past due rent, utilities, among other housing-related expenses upon approval. This support lasts for up to 24 months.

Flyer in EnglishSpanish: Avlable Link

Federal Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program

The San Diego Housing Commission SDHC manages the federal Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program which provides rental assistance to thousands of low-income families across the city. With resources from this program, SDHC funds various initiatives med at addressing homelessness and ensuring housing stability.

Eligibility criteria include:

• Income must be below certn limits based on family size

• No citizenship requirement for U.S. residents

The program covers rent up to a maximum allowed amount, which varies by household and location within the city.

Special Rental Assistance Programs:

1. Veterans Affrs Supportive Housing VASH: A partnership between SDHC, HUD, and VA, providing housing assistance exclusively to veterans experiencing chronic homelessness.

2. Family Unification Program: Helps families with children facing separation due to inadequate housing or at risk of out-of-home placement through rental assistance referrals from child welfare agencies.

3. Moderate Rehabilitation Program: Offers housing assistance for residents living in rehabilitated units managed by SDHC and the San Diego Housing Commission Authority SDHCA.

4. Non-Elderly Persons with Disabilities Program: Provides vouchers to low-income households where one or more members have disabilities, making it challenging to secure accessible rental housing.

Homelessness Assistance

A significant portion of SDHC's federal resources are dedicated towards combating homelessness in San Diego through initiatives like HOUSING FIRST – SAN DIEGO.

SDHC Achievement Academy

The SDHC Achievement Academy offers classes and workshops med at helping families become more financially self-reliant. These programs cover career planning, job skills trning, and personal financial education.

Applying for SDHC Rental Assistance Wt List

To apply or check your status on the rental assistance wt list visit: SDHC Rental Assistance Wt List Portal.

This portal allows current applicants to update their information as well.

that this is a summary of key programs offered by SDHC. For comprehensive detls, please refer to specific program guidelines and resources provided by SDHC.

Should you require further information about any aspect listed above or need assistance navigating the services, feel free to contact SDHC via phone or eml.

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Services Offered:

1. Storm-related Information Resources

2. Assistance with Rent Payment

3. Access to Affordable Rentals

4. Tenant Protections and Rights

5. Employment Support Services

6. Moving d for Voucher holders

7. Rental Assistance Wting List Process

8. Emergency Housing for Homeless Individuals Families

9. Business Opportunities with SDHC

10. Incentives for Landlords

11. Development Funding Opportunities

12. First-Time Homebuyer Programs

13. Access to ADUs Accessory Dwelling Units

14. Fr Housing Assistance

15. Detls on Public Meetings and Events

16. Employment Opportunities at SDHC

17. Requesting Public Records

18. Downloadable Forms and Documents

19. How to Get in Touch with SDHC

We're dedicated to serving people, offering them a hand-up through our various programs designed to help achieve housing stability, financial indepence, employment opportunities and much more.

Reach out for any assistance you need - let's work together towards your goals!

Additional resources include: Contact Information, Career Opportunities at SDHC, Notices, Area Median Income Data, Fr Housing Policies, Access to Forms and Documents Library, Directions on How to Submit a Public Records Request
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