The Housing Choice Voucher Program helps low-income families afford housing in the private market with rent partially covered by a subsidy paid directly to the landlord. Families receiving assistance pay approximately 30% of their adjusted gross monthly income for rent and utilities, subject to payment subsidy standards set by HUD.

To be eligible for the HCV Program, applicants must qualify under HUD income limits and other program eligibility criteria. Family income and composition will be re-certified annually while on the program.

Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waitlist is open. Interested applicants can apply on-line to the regional waiting list of their choice.  Applicants are encouraged to apply on-line.  Paper applications can be printed and submitted.  Click here to download the application.

Waiting List Position: To check position on the waiting list visit: www.waitlistcheck.com.

Changes While on the Waiting List: While on the waiting list if applicants have any changes, a Waitlist Change Form must be completed. Change forms may be submitted electronically, or by requesting one to be mailed in.  It is important to keep your mailing address current.

Current Housing Choice Voucher recipients must report any changes to household members, income, etc.

Download the Housing Report Change Form (PDF).
Download the HUD Median Income Charts (PDF).

Learn more at the Montana Department of Commerce – Housing Division