Question: How can I get into HUD housing?
Answer: HUD doesn’t operate any rental housing directly. But HUD does fund three kinds of local housing assistance that might help you:
- Public housing, which is low-income housing that is operated by the housing authority;
- "Section 8" in which the housing authority gives the tenant a certificate or voucher that says the government will subsidize your rent payments and then you go find your own housing; and
- Privately owned subsidized housing, where the government provides subsidies directly to the owner who then applies those subsidies to the rents he/she charges low-income tenants
You can read more about these rental assistance programs on our home page.
Contact your local public housing agency for more information about public housing and housing vouchers and certificates. If you're interested in privately-owned subsidized housing, you must visit the management office for each site.
Question: I'm a senior citizen on a fixed income, how can HUD help me keep my home, find low-cost housing, or assisted living?
Answer: We have lots of information about living choices, for senior citizens, right on our web site. HUD also funds housing counseling agencies, who can help you think through your options. Contact one near you.
Question: I believe that I may have experienced discrimination when I was looking for housing. How can I file a complaint?
Answer: You can file a complaint right online! Or you can call the Housing Discrimination Hotline: 1-800-669-9777.
Question: I have a physical disability. What kind of housing help HUD can offer?
Answer: We have lots of information about living choices for people with disabilities, right on our web site. HUD also funds housing counseling agencies who can help you think through your options. Contact one near you.
Question: I'm concerned about lead-based paint in my house. What should I be looking for and how can I keep my family safe?
Answer: You've already taken the first step by being aware of the potential danger. We have some very good information for you about lead paint and other household dangers. Read our Healthy Homes section.
