How do I apply for subsidized housing in Halton Region?

To apply for assisted housing you need to submit a Application for Rent-Geared-to-Income Housing to HATCH . Call 311 to have an application mailed to you. Note: Review the searchable RGI housing database to assist you with your HATCH application.

Who qualifies for subsidized housing in Ontario?

At least one household member is 16 years or older; You are a former social housing tenant, you must have paid any arrears in full, and have no convictions for misrepresenting your income or fraud for at least 2 years (or longer in some areas);

How long is the wait for Hamilton housing?

Hamilton’s wait list for affordable housing stands at 5,000 households. It’s around 6,200 when you include people waiting to transfer. It’s a three to five year wait. Collins anticipates the list will continue to get even longer, especially given the COVID-19 pandemic.

How do I apply for government housing?

To apply for either program: Contact your local public housing agency. Find yours at https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/public_indian_housing/pha/contacts. Complete an application that will ask about your income, family composition, employer, and bank. The housing agency will verify this information.

What is the Canada Housing Benefit?

The program provides a short-term benefit averaging between $300 to $475 per month, depending upon household income, composition and location. The program aims to support about 6,700 households in the province over the next seven years.

How do I apply for housing in Burlington?

HOW TO APPLY FOR PUBLIC HOUSING at BHA

1. Online at https://apps.burlingtonha.org/
2. Obtain a paper application at our office during normal business hours. Complete and return to our office by mail or in person; or.
3. We can mail you a paper application via first class mail.

Who qualifies for housing subsidy?

In order to apply for a FLISP subsidy, you must meet the following requirements:

• Earn either a single or joint gross monthly household income of between R3 501 to R22 000.
• Be a first time home buyer.
• Be over the age of 18 years.
• Have financial dependants.

How can I qualify for cheap housing?

To be eligible for Affordable Housing, you must:

• generally be 18 years of age or older (and provide identification)
• live in New South Wales (NSW)
• meet the income limits set in the NSW Affordable Housing Guidelines (You can also view the NRAS income limit scheme and SEPP income limit scheme fact sheets to see the limits)

What does open waiting list mean?

When a waiting list is open indefinitely it means that the waiting list does not have a scheduled closing date, and will remain open until further notice. It also means that the wait time is likely two years or less, since most housing authorities close their waiting lists once the wait time reaches two years or more.

What is the centralized waiting list?

The centralized waiting list is a modified-chronological housing wait list of all applicants eligible for rent-geared-to-income or RGI assistance in Hamilton. The list is maintained in compliance with the Housing Services Act, 2011 and approved local rules and standards.

How do I get emergency housing assistance?

Contact an organization in your local community who can help. Local agencies provide a range of services, including food, housing, health, and safety. Contact a national hotline or locate an organization near you. If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, please dial 911.

Where is the Community Housing Division in Halton located?

Halton Access to Community Housing (HATCH) Housing Services Division Regional Municipality of Halton 690 Dorval Drive, 7th Floor Oakville, ON L6K 3X9 Need help with the cost of housing? Assisted Housing – Halton Access to Community Housing (HATCH)

Where to get help in Halton-welcome tohalton.ca?

Halton Access to Community Housing (HATCH) Halton Region’s subsidized housing program, also known as rent-geared-to-income (RGI), provides safe, well-maintained rental housing for individuals and families with low and moderate incomes. Dial 311 or visit www.halton.ca. Search “HATCH” for an application.

How old do you have to be to get assisted housing in Halton?

Additional application pick up and drop off locations across Halton Region include: Assisted Housing Eligibility Requirements Income and Status proof Up-to-Date Application Requirements At least one member of the home must be 16 years of age or older

Where are the long term care homes in Halton?

One of three long-term care homes owned and operated by the Region of Halton, Creek Way Village is a three storey facility located off Appleby Line in a residential community. Creek Way offers 24 hour HATCH is a one-stop service for people applying for subsidized housing in Halton Region.