Applications open on 01 November 2024 to flood-effected households. The program opens to all others on 15 November.
Please see our page for more information: Rapid Response Mobile Home Infill Program (MHIP) – Vermont State Housing Authority (vsha.org)
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On 04 June 2024, VSHA received notification from the Vermont Department of Health of recognition in their efforts to provide a healthy environment for their employees. Please see the attached letter here.
VSHA is honored to receive the Governor’s Excellence in Worksite Wellness Silver-level award. We are committed to support our employees’ wellbeing and creating a positive working environment. The annual Worksite Wellness Awards create a standard of excellence for worksite wellness initiatives, and recognizes Vermont employers’ efforts to enhance productivity, bolster a healthy environment, and improve employee wellbeing. VSHA was rated on its support of worksite culture, having a tobacco-free environment, offering physical activities, promoting preventative care and safety, and supporting the emotional wellbeing of employees.
4.1.2024 public notice to open HCV list
Beginning April 1, 2024 at 8 am, Vermont State Housing Authority (VSHA) will be opening its waiting list for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program to receive applications from families qualifying for VSHA’s Disaster and Move-up Preference, as defined below. We continue to accept applications for the Project-Based Voucher (PBV) program.
Disaster Preference: This preference is available to Vermont families displaced from their Vermont home, due to fire, flood, natural disaster, or condemnation by a local, state, or federal agency.
Move-up Preference: This preference is available to families who are currently receiving rental assistance through a time limited program administered by VSHA and in compliance:
• VSHA Continuum of Care Program- Rapid-Rehousing
• VSHA Family Unification Program for Youth in Transition (FUP-Y)
• VSHA Foster Youth to Independence (FYI)
• VSHA Continuum of Care Program- Shelter + Care
Information on how to apply on-line or request a paper application can be found by visiting VSHA’s website at Applications for Section 8 Assistance – Vermont State Housing Authority (vsha.org)
Applications can also be obtained at our office located at One Prospect Street, Montpelier, VT between the hours of 8:00 am – 4:00 pm. Monday – Friday, or by contacting affordablehousing.com at 888-406-4003.
This Notice is being provided in accordance with VSHA’s Administrative Plan for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program, which mandates the Authority to provide public notice when opening its waiting list.
For Additional information call: 802-828-3295 (voice); 800-798-3118(TTY); 800-820-5119(messages)