Voucher Payment Standards and Utility Standards
Voucher Payment Standards (VPS) and Utility Allowance Schedules are the maximum amount of subsidy NYCHA will pay to the owner on behalf of a voucher holder. NYCHA's payment standard schedule is based on the Fair Market Rent (FMR) for each unit size established by HUD. These standards can be set between 90% and 110% of the published FMR.
Housing Choice Voucher Program Voucher Payment Standards effective January 1, 2023 for new rentals, transfers and annual recertifications
Bedroom Size | Payment Standard ($) |
$2,335 | |
1 | $2,387 |
2 | $2,696 |
3 | $3,385 |
4 | $3,647 |
5 | $4,194 |
6 | $4,741 |
7 | $5,288 |
8 | $5,835 |
Housing Choice Voucher Program Utility Allowance Rates (Effective January 1, 2023)
COOKING GAS AND ELECTRIC (NO ELECTRIC STOVE) | ||||||
No Bedrooms | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 or more | |
Cooking Gas ($) | $24 | $27 | $31 | $35 | $39 | $43 |
Electric ($) | $75 | $85 | $110 | $136 | $162 | $188 |
Total (w/ Cooking Gas & Electric) ($) | $99 | $112 | $141 | $171 | $201 | $231 |
OIL HEAT AND HOT WATER | ||||||
No Bedrooms | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 or more | |
Oil Hot Water Only ($) | $28 | $32 | $47 | $61 | $76 | $90 |
Oil Heat Only ($) | $91 | $107 | $122 | $137 | $153 | $168 |
Total (Oil Heat & Hot Water) ($) | 119 | $139 | $169 | $198 | $229 | $258 |
GAS HEAT AND HOT WATER | ||||||
No Bedrooms | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 or more | |
Gas Hot Water Only ($) | $18 | $21 | $31 | $40 | $50 | $59 |
Gas Heat Only ($) | $60 | $70 | $81 | $90 | $100 | $110 |
Total (Gas Heat & Hot Water) ($) | $78 | $91 | $112 | $130 | $150 | $169 |
ELECTRIC HEAT AND HOT WATER | ||||||
No Bedrooms | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 or more | |
Electric Hot Water Only ($) | $28 | $33 | $42 | $52 | $61 | $70 |
Electric Heat Only ($) | $40 | $47 | $62 | $78 | $93 | $109 |
Total (Electric Heat & Hot Water) ($) | $68 | $80 | $104 | $130 | $154 | $179 |
Note: The electric heat allowance is applicable to Section 8 tenants who are responsible for paying their own electric heat. It should be noted that the figures do not include an allowance for cooking by gas or by electric, or electric for light and household appliances.
ELECTRIC | ||||||
No Bedrooms | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 or more | |
Including Electric Cooking Range ($) | $86 | $98 | $129 | $161 | $193 | $225 |
Note: The allowance includes electric and use of the electric stove.
HEAT PUMP | ||||||
No Bedrooms | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 or more | |
NYCEEC Compliant | $24 | $28 | $31 | $36 | $42 | $50 |
NYCEEC Noncompliant | $37 | $43 | $48 | $56 | $65 | $77 |
Note: The allowance includes heat pumps in apartment buildings and single-family homes.
These allowances are for NYCHA only. Please consult with your government housing partner to confirm the allowances in use by that agency’s program.
Current NYCHA Exception Payment Standards
- NYCHA has adopted Exception Payment Standards (EPS) for high opportunity neighborhoods to increase housing opportunities for voucher holders in the search process and reduce potential rent burden for voucher holders residing in these neighborhoods.
- The EPS effective April 1, 2023 are applicable to households currently residing in EPS zip codes and new lease-ups in EPS zip codes.
- The following represents the exception Voucher Payment Standards for new rentals, transfers and annual recertifications by zip code for the year 2023.
FAQs
Voucher Payment Standards VPS Utility Allowance Schedule? ›
The LACDA sets this amount between 90% and 110% of the Fair Market Rent that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) determines each year for Los Angeles County.
What are the payment standards for Lacda? ›The LACDA sets this amount between 90% and 110% of the Fair Market Rent that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) determines each year for Los Angeles County.
How much does Section 8 pay in Mississippi? ›The maximum rent that Section 8 will pay is typically set at 30% of the family's adjusted income. It is important to note that while Section 8 will cover a portion of the rent, the family is responsible for paying the remaining amount.
What is the meaning of TTP in housing? ›Total tenant payment (TTP) is the minimum amount the family will pay toward rent and utilities and is calculated using a statutory formula and family income information (see the Income Determination chapter).
How much does Section 8 pay for a 1 bedroom in CT? ›Effective 10/2022 @ 110% the current payment standards are: 0 Bedroom-$1,908. 1 Bedroom – $2,339. 2 Bedroom- $2,819.
What are the payment standards for Section 8 in Wayne County? ›Family Size Maximum Annual Income
That amount includes both rent and utility costs. Payments standards used by Wayne Metropolitan Housing Authority are 100% and 110% of Fair Market Rents.
| Family Size | 30% of Median Income | 50% of Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $21,750 | $36,250 |
| 2 | $24,850 | $41,400 |
| 3 | $27,950 | $46,550 |
| 4 | $31,050 | $51,700 |
The governor said effective Aug. 15, 2022, Mississippi Home Corporation will stop accepting applications for the Rental Assistance for Mississippians Program, or RAMP, which is part of the federal Emergency Rental Assistance Program.
What is considered low income Mississippi? ›In Mississippi, 19.4% of people live beneath the U.S. Federal poverty line, which is defined as less than $14,580 per year for a single-person household or $19,720 for a family of two. Many federal and state assistance programs use the federal poverty guidelines to determine eligibility.
What is RFTA stand for? ›Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) Product Information. The Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) system uses the same radar infrastructure used for detecting vehicles in the blind spot (Blind Spot Detection, BSD) and can help to avoid accidents when reversing out of a parking space.
What is the abbreviation for housing allowance? ›
BAH is an allowance to offset the cost of housing when you do not receive government-provided housing. Your BAH depends upon your location, pay grade and whether you have dependents. BAH rates are set by surveying the cost of rental properties in each geographic location.
What is a TTP contract? ›A Time To Pay arrangement is a method of spreading your business tax payments over a longer period of time in a more affordable way. An agreement is reached between the business and HMRC in an attempt to provide some breathing space to the business and allow cash flow to improve.
How much does Section 8 pay for a 2 bedroom in CO? ›| Unit Size | Denver | Colorado Springs |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,138 | $787 |
| 1 Br | $1,348 | $947 |
| 2 Br | $1,703 | $1,209 |
| 3 Br | $2,406 | $1,707 |
| Bedroom Size | Payment Standard ($) |
|---|---|
| 1 | $2,387 |
| 2 | $2,696 |
| 3 | $3,385 |
| 4 | $3,647 |
About MRHA VI Waiting Lists
The average wait for a household to receive a housing voucher is 8 to 10 years. Certain housing programs require the applicant to be referred to MRHA VI by a supportive service agency. For more information on MRHA VI's housing programs, please click here.
The Section 8 Housing Voucher Program is a rental assistance program which assists eligible persons by paying a portion of their rent to a private owner. The Program is funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
What disqualifies you for Section 8 in Mississippi? ›Criminal histories may disqualify your household. Your household must be able to prove a positive rental history. You must provide financial documentation and resources to show your household income.
How do I get Section 8 in Mississippi? ›Public Housing and Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
To apply for either type of help, visit your local Public Housing Agency (PHA). Some PHAs have long waiting lists, so you may want to apply at more than one PHA. Your PHA can also give you a list of locations at which your voucher can be used.