Can an apartment deny you because you make too much money?
A landlord may reject you for poor credit history, income that a reasonable businessperson would deem insufficient to pay the rent, negative references from a previous landlord or employer, a criminal conviction, or a prior eviction lawsuit (even one that you won).
Can you get denied for HUD?
Section 8 housing assistance is denied if your household income exceeds the income limits set in place for your area. All PHAs are required by law to administer 75 percent of vouchers to applicants in the extremely low-income group (those with an income at or below 30 percent of the median household income).
Can a landlord terminate a HUD subsidized apartment?
HUD Housing. The landlord may not terminate your tenancy (right to live there as a tenant) in a HUD subsidized project except for: You fail to supply all information required in the recertification process, or you knowingly provide incomplete or inaccurate information during the recertification process.
What happens when you move into a public housing unit?
When you move into a public housing unit, HUD complex, or section 8 unit in the private rental market, the landlord must give you a written lease and a list of any damages already in the unit.
How long does it take to get approved for an apartment?
Each housing authority and apartment community operates differently, and the time frame to process applications varies. Generally, it could take a couple of weeks to a couple of months to process applications.
What happens if a tenant does not pay the Housing Authority?
If the housing authority fails to pay the housing assistance payment to the owner it is not a violation of the lease between the tenant and the owner. During the entire term of the lease the owner may not terminate tenancy for nonpayment of the Housing Authority housing assistance payment.