Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Waiting List managed by Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority in Ohio. See the current waiting list status, program type, last updated date, and contact details below.
The Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority (AMHA) Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program waiting list is currently open. This waiting list is open indefinitely.To apply, go to the Akron housing assistance application here. The Section 8 waiting list offers several preference points. They are:Rent Burden or Homeless: 7 points- Given to clients who are paying more than 30% of their income for rent and utilities or living in substandard housing.Involuntary Displacement by Government Action: 3 points- Given to clients who have been involuntarily displaced by government actionVeteran: 2 points- Given to veterans or spouses of veterans. This status is also given to family members of veterans living in the same household.SCCS Certified Emancipated Youth: 2 points- Given to youth age 18 years of age to 21, who are working with Summit County Children Services to overcome or prevent homelessness.Resident: 1 point- Given to clients living, working or attending school full time within Summit County.