Texas community resource
Housing Choice Voucher Portability
Harris County Housing Authority
Transfer processing for eligible voucher households moving from another housing authority into HCHA's Harris County jurisdiction.
How to get help
Notify HCHA and the current housing authority of the planned move. The initial authority sends the required HUD forms, income records, current voucher, and family contact information to HCHA; allow 10-15 business days for receipt, then attend the scheduled entrance interview and briefing if approved.
Who this service helps
Current Housing Choice Voucher households approved to move by their initial housing authority, with a voucher that will not expire within 60 days and compliance with HCHA documentation, screening, lease-history, balance, household, and program requirements.
Where this service is available
Service area: Incoming voucher transfers to Harris County Housing Authority's jurisdiction outside the City of Houston and within Harris County.
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Cost / fees
No portability fee is stated; tenant contribution and subsidy are determined under HCHA payment standards, rent reasonableness, and voucher rules.
About this service
HCHA coordinates incoming portability documents, an entrance interview, eligibility screening, briefing, housing search, inspection, rent reasonableness, and completion of the transfer with the initial housing authority.
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