1. Has DHAP been extended?

Yes.  The Obama Administration created a transitional program.  It began on March 1, 2009 and will last until August 31^st, 2009.   This will be the last extension.   

 

DHAP will mail its part of the rent directly to the landlords each month.  The last payment will be mailed August 1, 2009.

 

2. What rent should I pay for March 2009?

You should pay whatever your tenant share of rent was for February plus $100.  In April, your rent goes up another $100.  Your rent will continue to go up by $100 each month until the program ends on August 31, 2009.

 

For example, if your share of rent was $150 for February, you must pay $250 for March, $350 for April, $450 for May, $550 for June, $650 for July, and $750 for August.   

 

3. Is there a hardship waiver during this extension?

No.  There are no new hardship waivers.  If you already have a hardship waiver, you will continue to get it.  But you must pay the additional $100 increases each month until you get a voucher, or until the program ends.

 

4. What should I do if I moved because I thought DHAP was ending?

Go to the DHAP office immediately with your new lease and your new landlord's information. 

 

5. Is everyone on DHAP getting a voucher?

No.  Only DHAP families who meet the income and background qualifications for Section 8 will be eligible for a Section 8 voucher.   

 

Approximate Household Income Limits for the Section 8 voucher (Orleans Metro Area):

1 person household  $20,950                                  2 person household $23,900

3 person household $26,900                                   4 person household $29,900

 

Income limits are different in other parts of Louisiana. If you have a problem getting benefits because of your income, you may want to talk with a lawyer.

6. What should DHAP tenants do?  

If you live in Jefferson or St. Bernard contact 1-866-373-9509 or 1-866-785-3239.

 

If you are in Orleans Parish, HANO staff is processing ALL tenants currently on DHAP.  They accept walk-ins.  We strongly recommend that all tenants go to the DHAP office with the following documents as soon as possible.   Vouchers are given on a first come, first serve basis.   3630 MacArthur Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70114 DHAP 1-866-202-3487

 

Tenants should bring the following documents:

·        Birth certificates, custody papers, divorce papers, adoption papers for all household members

·        Social security cards for all household members

·        Proof of disability (example: SSI award letter or doctor's letter)

 

·        Proof of income for all household members

·        Picture identification for all household members 18 and older

·        Lease

·        Criminal history check (from police department) for all household members 18 and older