Currently the program has ACCs for 11 separated projects. The family s gross income less allowances must fall within established HUD guidelines. The commission s program has two components. A certification contract places a ceiling on the amount of rent that a landlord can ask for a rental unit. The amount of rent that can be subsidized with HUD rental assistance is limited by Fair Market Rents.
Certificates are transferable anywhere within the United States.
Thus, a family can move anywhere in the state and rent a suitable unit with a certification issued by the program. Voucher contracts allow the program to pay up to the fair market rent for a rental unit and requires the tenant to pay the difference between the fair market rent, paid by the program, and the rent charged by the landlord. A family holding a voucher can locate anywhere within the United States. Currently the program s service area includes the counties of Granville, Hoke, Person, Sampson, and Warren. Rent assistance on a limited basis to eligible families in Halifax and Columbus counties is provided by the program through special agreements with local public authorities.