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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...

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...

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 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...

Public housing authorities all work to provide affordable options, but not all programs are the same. PMHA is dedicated to helping people and families find apartments, townhouses, single-family homes, multi-family units, and group home residences that meet different...

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...

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...

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...

Community Partners Help PMHA Fulfill its Mission in Portage County PMHA AND ITS PARTNERS STRENGTHEN PORTAGE COUNTY They say it takes a village. That’s why PMHA collaborates with local Portage County agencies and community partners to fulfill the needs of our residents...

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the Portage Metropolitan Housing Authority (PMHA) are organizations committed to ensuring all Americans have a decent home and a suitable living environment. What Is HUD? HUD is a federal agency...

At Portage Metropolitan Housing Authority, we strive to provide affordable housing for families and individuals alike. Part of our initiative to do so comes through the Moving to Work program, which allows us the opportunity to design and test innovative,...

Portage Metropolitan Housing Authority’s primary purpose is to maintain quality affordable housing for our community members.  Through our programs and services, we also provide outreach to connect people with that housing, foster a sense of belonging within our...