San Diego Housing Commission: Rent Assistance, Programs, and Initiatives for Stability

Housing Stability Rent Assistance Programs

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Housing Instability Prevention Program HIPP

Contact Information:

Phone: 619 578-7768

Eml: [email protected]

The Housing Instability Prevention Program is designed to assist low-income San Diego families facing imminent housing crisis and at risk of homelessness by providing financial support for rent and related expenses. Funded through the City Council, SDHC administers this program in collaboration with 2-1-1 San Diego for referrals.

Eligibility requirements are outlined on the HIPP flyer avlable in English and Spanish. The program helps up to 300 households by offering $250, $500 or $750 monthly toward rent based on household circumstances. Assistance lasts up to 24 months, including case management support and housing-related expenses like past-due rent and utilities.

SDHC's largest initiative offers federal Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher progra over 16,000 low-income households in San Diego city limits, prioritizing seniors and those with disabilities. However, wt times average around 12-15 years due to limited funding.

Eligibility Criteria:

San Diego residents working or living here

Households earning less than the 80 Area Median Income AMI

Veterans active military personnel

Seniors aged 62+

Individuals with disabilities

Homeless families and individuals

The program operates as follows:

• Households pay a portion of their income toward rent, typically 30

• SDHC covers any excess cost above this threshold for eligible participants

• Additional assistance includes utilities other necessary services

SDHC Achievement Academy provides free resources med at financial indepence through career planning, job skills trning and personal finance education.

To apply for the Rental Assistance Wt List, visit the online portal. Applicants can also update their information or check status there.

Special Programs:

1. Veterans Affrs Supportive Housing VASH - A HUD-VA collaboration offering housing to veterans experiencing chronic homelessness, with VA San Diego Healthcare System providing clinical services.

2. Family Unification Program - Helps families at risk of out-of-home placement or reunites separated families by addressing inadequate housing through referrals from San Diego County child welfare agencies.

3. Moderate Rehabilitation Program - Supports individuals residing in a pre-assigned housing unit until they move, while Non-Elderly Persons with Disabilities program provides rental assistance to households where the head, spouse, or co-head is under 62 years old with disabilities needing accessible housing.

These special programs enhance SDHC's comprehensive efforts towards addressing homelessness and supporting vulnerable populations through affordable housing solutions.

SDHC remns committed to ensuring stability for residents facing challenges in securing adequate housing. We invite you to explore our resources further on the following topics:

• Storm Response Information Services

• Rent Assistance Support

• Accessing Affordable Rental Homes

• Tenant Protection Measures

• Employment Guidance

• Moving Assistance with Vouchers

• Wting List for Rental Assistance

• Homeless Housing Solutions

• Business Opportunities at SDHC

• Landlord Incentives Programs

• Development Funding Investment Opportunities

• First-Time Homeownership Assistance

• Accessory Dwelling Units ADUs

• Fr Housing Practices

• Upcoming Meetings and Agas

• Career Opportunities with SDHC

• Privacy Policy Public Records Requests
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