by Amy Bower | Jul 25, 2022 | Uncategorized
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...
by Amy Bower | Jul 25, 2022 | Uncategorized
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...
by Amy Bower | Apr 27, 2022 | Uncategorized
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...
by Amy Bower | Mar 16, 2022 | Uncategorized
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.
by Amy Bower | Mar 3, 2022 | Uncategorized
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...
by Amy Bower | Feb 15, 2022 | Uncategorized
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...
by Amy Bower | Feb 3, 2022 | Uncategorized
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...
by Amy Bower | Feb 3, 2022 | Uncategorized
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...
by Amy Bower | Dec 17, 2021 | Uncategorized
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...
by Amy Bower | Nov 3, 2021 | Uncategorized
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...
