You will receive two separate payments for rent--one from the tenant and one from SDHC. Households pay a predetermined amount towards their rent. To learn more about how that amount is calculated, see the Rent Calculations box in the Tenants page.
SDHC will pay the remainder of the rent, up to the payment standard based on the number of bedrooms that are in the unit. If the chosen unit's rent is more than the set payment standard, the household will pay the remaining rent. Payments by SDHC will continue so long as both you and the tenant are in compliance with program rules. See more information about payment (rent) standards by bedroom size and zip code.
You will receive two separate payments for rent--one from the tenant and one from HACSD.
Households pay a predetermined amount towards their rent. 
To learn more about how that amount is calculated, see the Rent Calculations box in the Tenants page.
HACSD will pay the remainder of the rent, up to the payment standard based on the number of bedrooms that are in the unit. If the chosen unit's rent is more than the set payment standard, the tenant will pay the remaining rent. Payments by HACSD will continue so long as both you and the tenant are in compliance with program rules. See more information about payment (rent) standards by bedroom size and zip code.
Landlords may change rental agreements, but only with prior HUD approval and only at the end of the initial lease term. A 60-day written notice prior to the end of the lease term is required to be provided to the tenant. Please note that this rule (HUD Handbook 4350.3, 6-12) does not apply to changes, in rent, utility allowances, or house rules (relating to the safety, care, and cleanliness of the building and/or the tenant). Proposed modifications must be submitted in the form of a lease addendum with an explanation of the necessity of the modification to the local HUD Field Office or Contract Administrator with jurisdiction over the property. Any lease changes provided by HUD must be added to the lease as an addendum and the tenant must be given proper notice of any lease changes.
Landlords must include a letter giving the tenant an opportunity to accept the modification(s) or vacate the property, but the tenant must respond within 30 days. The tenant must either accept the lease modification(s) by signing the new lease and returning a copy to the landlord or provide the landlord with a 30-day notice of intent to vacate.
To request an increase in rent, you must submit SDHC's online Rent Increase Application Form. Requests for rent increases must be submitted at least sixty (60) days before the increase would begin.
The rent increase must be in accordance with the Tenant Protection Act, where the increase cannot exceed 5% plus inflation according to the local Consumer Price Index or 10%, whichever is lower. If your unit is exempt from the Tenant Protection Act and the rent increase exceeds 10%, a ninety (90) notice is required.
SDHC will determine if the rent increase is reasonable. Your request for a rent increase may be denied. If you disagree with the denial, you can submit information for three (3) comparable units within a two-mile radius of the unit using the Comparable Rent Request form.
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To request an increase in rent, you must provide written notice to HACSD sixty (60) days before the increase would begin. Changes in the lease term or utilities will require a new contract.
The rent must not be more than either the rest for comparable units in the private, unassisted market, or the rent for comparable (un)assisted units on the same premises or in the same neighborhood. You are not permitted to charge higher rents or collect side payments to compensate for the extra paperwork required by the Section 8 Program. You may not collect extra payments from the tenant outside of the contract rent approved by HACSD in order to increase rent.
If a tenant wants to add an adult to their household, you will need to approve the person using an Owner Approval of Adult Household Member form. Adults are only allowed to return to the unit one time within a twelve-month period. New household members must be approved before they move in.
If the tenant experiences an increase or decrease in income, they must notify SDHC of the change. This may cause for an increase or decrease in the assistance received from SDHC and paid to you. The tenant is still responsible for the remainder of rent after assistance has been paid.
If a tenant wants to add an adult to their household, you will need to approve the person with a letter or an amended lease stating the approval. Adults are only allowed to return to the unit one time within a twelve-month period. New household members must be approved before they move in.
If the tenant experiences an increase or decrease in income, they must notify HACSD of the change. This may cause for an increase or decrease in the assistance received from HACSD and paid to you. The tenant is still responsible for the remainder of rent after assistance has been paid.
Before tenants move into the unit, it must pass an inspection. The unit must meet certain Housing Quality Standards (HQS) that are set by HUD. You can request a pre-inspection of a unit, which is valid for 60-days before a voucher recipient moves in. See the Pre-Inspection Request Form to be filled out or you can call (619) 578-7650. See step-by-step instructions for inspections.
In addition to the initial inspection, the unit will be inspected again at least every two (2) years in order for payments from SDHC to continue. If the unit fails an inspection, this can cause for voucher payments to be delayed or suspended. Units can be selected for a randomized Quality Assurance inspection on the off year.
See a checklist of the things SDHC looks for during inspections. There are also videos explaining different Housing Quality Standards. NOTE: The HUD has updated its Housing Quality Standards. SDHC will adopt these new standards on October 1, 2025.
You can request an inspection if needed. Inspections can also be scheduled if SDHC receives a complaint. To reschedule an inspection appointment, you can contact the Inspections Department at (619) 578-7650 or hqsinspections@sdhc.org.
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Before a tenant moves in, the unit must pass an inspection. The unit must meet certain Housing Quality Standards (HQS) that are set by HUD. HACSD will not begin payments until the unit passes an inspection. See a printable inspection checklist.
In addition to the initial inspection, the unit will be inspected again every 12-24 months in order for payments from HACSD to continue. If the unit fails an inspection, this can cause for voucher payments to be delayed or suspended.
Your responsibilities are to:
The tenant's responsibilities are to:
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