Policies & Procedures
For more information on the policies and procedures that govern applicants and participants in the Housing Choice Voucher program, please refer to the following documents:
Applicant Handbook
Provides general guidance for applicants and tenants.
Denial of Assistance
Provides information on why an applicant may have been denied assistance and also information for tenants for whom assistance has been terminated.
Appeals and Hearing Procedures
Outlines the process for requesting an appeal, if a tenant feels that they have been unfairly treated
Fair Housing
The Mercer County Housing Authority strictly adheres to fair housing laws. Fair housing protects individuals and families against discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, and familial status.
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Certification of Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, or Stalking
If you are seeking VAWA protection from your housing provider, your housing provider may give youa written request that asks you to submit documentation about the incident.
Inspections
Having a good place to live is important. You are free to choose any house or apartment you like, as long as it meets certain requirements for quality. This document helps you better understand those quality standards and inspections.
Lead
Fact sheet about the dangers of lead
EIV System
What you should know about the Enterprise Income Verification (EIV) System
Violence Against Women's Act (VAWA)
What Applicants, Tenants, Owners, and Landlords need to know about VAWA.
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