PMHA News
Why Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detectors in Public Housing Are Critical
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), at least 430 people die from accidental carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning each year in the U.S. Plus, another 50,000 Americans end up in the hospital each year due to accidental CO poisoning. With cooler...
Section 3 Information
A Guide to Section 3 Housing and Businesses The Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968 includes a provision known as Section 3. It specifies that financial assistance will be granted for housing or community development to provide economic opportunities to...
Understanding the Requirements For ADA Compliant Section 8 Housing
Several federal laws require that private and federally-assisted housing is accessible for those with disabilities. The Fair Housing Act and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), along with several other statutes, define the requirements for physical accessibility....
Business Opportunities
Find a Retail Space for Your Business with Portage Metropolitan Housing Authority If you’re a business owner who is looking for a retail space, Portage Metropolitan Housing Authority (PMHA) can help. We have commercial space for lease for retail and professional uses...
Section 8 Housekeeping Inspections
Your Guide to Section 8 Housing Inspection Requirements To be eligible for Section 8, rental property owners must pass a housing inspection to determine if the unit meets the minimum housing standards set by HUD and the local housing authority. After an initial...
PMHA Family Self-Sufficiency Program
Goals of PMHA’s Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) Program PMHA’s Family Self-Sufficiency program is about giving people a path to economic independence. We work with individuals and families who have the desire to achieve self-sufficiency, and we believe financial...
Steps to Become a HCVP Landlord in Portage County
What is an HCVP Landlord? The Housing Choice Voucher Program (HCVP), also known as Section 8, helps low-income families gain access to safe, affordable housing. In that sense, HCVP landlords provide an important community service. When their rental properties are...
Lead Hazards & Tips for Safety
Lead is a highly toxic material that can be very dangerous to humans. Paint that contains lead was commonly used in homes prior to the 1970s, but it was banned because it can be a serious health hazard. That’s why regulators have put rules in place for disclosing...
How Does PMHA’s Public Housing Differ from Other Subsidized Housing?
Public housing authorities all work to provide affordable options, but not all programs are the same. Portage County metropolitan housing is dedicated to helping people and families find apartments, townhouses, single-family homes, multi-family units, and group home...
Earn Landlord Incentive Payments With PMHA
Portage Metropolitan Housing Authority in Portage County Ohio can pay new or existing landlords who lease an apartment to a MTW Voucher participant. Learn more about our rental property programs above.
Section 3 Job Training and Employment Opportunities
Section 3 is a HUD initiative that provides employment opportunities to public housing residents served by PMHA. “Low-income” is defined as 80% or below the median income of the area. “Very low-income” is defined as 50% or below the median income of the area. Section...
PMHA Partners With RHS for Civics Internship Program
PMHA is proud to partner with Ravenna High School for the Ravenna Civics internship program. Designed for high school seniors, this program fosters civic engagement through hands-on experiences with community leaders and organizations. Students gain opportunities for...
Responsibilities of Tenant & Owner in Section 8 Housing
The Section 8 Voucher program offers affordable housing options for low-income families. But, if you take the Section 8 Voucher out of the equation, the relationship between tenant and landlord is the same as any other. As we administer this program, the team at PMHA...
Marketing Section 8 Housing
Even though there is a high demand for Section 8 housing across the nation, landlords still have to let the world know about available properties. The good news is that it’s relatively easy, and there are many free resources available. This guide will point you to...
Subsidy Process for Section 8 Housing Assistance
Understand More About the Process for Obtaining Section 8 Housing Assistance The Housing Choice Voucher program, also known as Section 8, is Portage Metropolitan Housing Authority’s (PMHA) largest housing assistance program. The Voucher program is funded by the...