Information about the Project Based Voucher program.
COVID Emergency Rental Assistance (CERA)
State and national links to homeless and special housing needs information.
Information about the Pass-Through Bond Program
Information on Direct Lending Parameters, Gap Financing Programs, Equity Bridge Loan Program, Notice of Intent to Apply, LIHTC Application and Exhibit Requirements for Direct Lending Programs, Other Information (Mortgagor and Contractor's Cost Certification Guide and forms, HOME Subsidy Limits, Direct Lending Intake Forms, Contractor Requirements, and the Modified Pass-Through Program), Parameters
Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC)
Standards of Design for Preconstruction manual and forms
MSHDA HUD Section 3 policy and these guidelines have been prepared to provide information and guidance to Section 3 recipients on how the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) will administer the Section 3 regulations.
Online access to policy bulletins, guidebooks, model documents, trainings, webinars and more.
NOFA and grant programs for nonprofit agencies and local units of government.
A program to increase small-scale rental development units in rural areas.
The NEP program provides MSHDA funding statewide for activities directly tied to stabilization and enhancement of Michigan neighborhoods by nonprofit 501(c)3 agencies.
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If you need assistance in paying your rent, reside or work in a county with an open waiting list, your income falls within allowable limits, and the rental unit you choose to live in meets the Housing Quality Standards inspection and rental limits set forth by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), you may qualify for the program. Proof of residency in the county for which you apply is required upon your name being drawn off the waiting list for assistance.
The Michigan State Housing Development Authority's (MSHDA) Housing Choice Voucher Program will be opening waiting lists in the following counties. The date and time for each list is specified below; those without a closing date and time will remain open. You may not apply to a county’s waiting list before the opening date and time. The application must be completed before the closing date and time.
The following counties will be open the dates indicated:
Alcona, Alger, Allegan, Alpena, Antrim, Arenac, Baraga, Barry, Benzie, Berrien, Branch, Calhoun, Cass, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, Chippewa, Clinton, Crawford, Delta, Dickinson, Emmet, Gladwin, Gogebic, Grand Traverse, Gratiot, Hillsdale, Houghton, Ionia, Iosco, Iron, Isabella, Kalkaska, Keweenaw, Lake, Leelanau, Lenawee, Livingston, Luce, Mackinac, Manistee, Marquette, Mason, Mecosta, Menominee, Missaukee, Montcalm, Montmorency, Newaygo, Oceana, Ogemaw, Ontonagon, Osceola, Oscoda, Otsego, Presque Isle, Roscommon, Schoolcraft, Shiawassee, St. Joseph, Van Buren, Wexford
Click this link for the information flyer.
Open
Wednesday March 22, 2023 11:00 a.m. EST
Close
Wednesday April 5, 2023 11:00 a.m. EST
The following Project-based Voucher (PBV) development waiting lists have opened recently or will be opening soon.
Note: PBV waiting lists MAY remain open and county residency is not a requirement for PBV waiting lists. You cannot apply online to a project-based voucher waiting list. Only a Lead Agency assigned to the property can determine your initial eligibility for placement on the PBV development waiting list. For county listings of Project Based Developments and contact information, visit the following page: Project Based Developments page link
Click on the county to view additional information:
County / Development, Date Opens
Oakland / Clawson Manor Apartments, January 25, 2022
Oceana / Shelby Trails, June 13, 2022
Applications are only accepted for open waiting lists. You are only allowed one application. Applications are available on-line only; no paper applications will be available or accepted. If assistance with completing the application is required due to a disability, please call 517-241-8986. Eligible applicants received through the website will be entered on the waiting list in the order received (date and time). Preference will be given to those living or working in the county selected. Please click this link for our list of preferences and how to qualify
Currently, all homeless waiting lists are open in each county. See the Homeless section below for more information.
Note: You cannot update your information (address, household members, etc.) using the online pre-application. If you try to do so, the updates will not be processed. If you are currently on a waiting list, you must use Applicant Portal to update your information. Click this link for the Application Portal login page
CLICK HERE TO APPLY TO AN OPEN HCV WAITING LIST
You have the right, by law, to include as part of your application for housing, the name, address, telephone number, and other relevant information of a family member, friend, or social, health, advocacy, or other organization. If you would like to include a supplemental contact with your online pre-application, click here to download the form. Completed forms should be sent to MSHDA at:
Michigan State Housing Development Authority
Attn: RAHS Waiting List
735 E. Michigan Ave
P.O. Box 30044
Lansing, MI 48909
Fax: 517-763-0181
If you are homeless, please contact the Housing Assessment and Resource Agency (HARA) in your area. Only a State approved homeless agency can qualify an applicant for the homeless preference. Click on the following link to see a listing of agencies: Homeless Agencies link
Click this link for other homeless information
If you are a homeless Veteran, you may be eligible for the HUD VASH program. Please contact the VA case manager or other VA contact in your area to find out if you qualify. Visit the following page for more information and a list of the VA Medical Centers assigned to MSHDA: Click this link for HUD VASH Vouchers information
Click here for the Applicant Portal Login
If you have already applied to a MSHDA waiting list and have a change of address, phone number, income, or family size, you must log in to the Applicant Portal to update your information.
If you are currently on the Housing Choice Voucher program and have questions, contact your Housing Agent. A current listing of Housing Agents by county is located at the following link: Housing Agents by County page link