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Discover essential resources for housing assistance in Idaho, focusing on rental aid, eligibility criteria, and application processes. Learn about programs like Section 8, USDA Rural Development, and transitional housing to combat homelessness and support homeownership. Our comprehensive guide covers assistance for various needs, including emergency shelters for domestic violence victims, rental leases, and fair housing rights. Available in English, Arabic, French, and Spanish, we aim to provide answers to common housing questions and empower you to find a safe and affordable home.
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Finding a Home in Idaho Maria Lara Erik Kingston Idaho Housing and Finance Association
Housing as a Second Language • Rental assistance (help with rent) • Eligibility (who can apply) • Application fees • Waiting list • Homelessness prevention (before homeless) • Rapid rehousing (currently homeless) • Fair housing (protects against discrimination) • Rental lease (agreement or contract)
Housing types • Homeless shelter (emergency) • Domestic violence shelter (emergency) • Transitional housing (homeless > rental) • Rental housing • Home ownership • Apartment • Multifamily • Single-family house
Rental assistance Project-based: USDA Rural Development Section 42 / Tax Credit Subsidized or Sliding-scale Stays with apartment
Rental assistance Tenant based: Section 8 voucher CATCH Churches or other groups Portable, stays with tenant
Options in Southwest Idaho • Homeless shelters • Homelessness prevention/rapid re-housing • Help with rent – short term • Section 8 tenant vouchers – long term • Subsidized apartments (Project-based) • Affordable housing (Tax Credit, Section 42) • Home ownership
Housing Assistance Guide • Currently available in English, Arabic, French and Spanish • Answers to many common housing questions • Available online at: www.housingidaho.com www.fairhousingforum.org www.idahohousing.com