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If an owner/landlord wants a higher contract rent than approved by Loudoun County, can the HCV resident pay the difference in rent directly to the owner/landlord?: No - HCV determines what portion of the contract rent the tenant will pay. The tenant is required to pay the amount established. Your tenant may jeopardize their housing assistance if they are caught making side payments.

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Health & Human Services - Housing Choice Voucher Program

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1. Does the HCV program provide security deposits?: No - the tenant is responsible for giving the landlord a security deposit on their own.

2. Is my HCV Housing Counselor responsible for finding my housing?: No - the housing counselor can provide you with documentation and listings to assist you in finding a unit.

3. What is my rent share obligation?: All rental information is calculated on an individual basis. Before your housing counselor can provide you with the amount of rent you will have to pay they must first be given the completed Request for Tenancy Approval form and income information for your entire household. This information is used when calculating the rental portions.

4. Does Loudoun County screen prospective residents?: LCDFS screens tenants as it relates to income-eligibility for the HCV program and performs criminal background checks in accordance with HUD guidelines. However landlords are advised to screen for tenant suitability, (credit history, employment history, criminal record and rental history).

5. When will the owner/landlord receive the first housing assistance payment (HAP)?: No payment will be made until the unit has passed inspection and the lease and the Housing Assistance Payment Contract (HAP) have been executed.

6. Can the owner/landlord receive the housing assistance payment (HAP) via direct deposit?: Yes - Loudoun County Department of Family Services (DFS) encourages direct deposit for quick and efficient payment.

7. If an owner/landlord wants a higher contract rent than approved by Loudoun County, can the HCV resident pay the difference in rent directly to the owner/landlord?: No - HCV determines what portion of the contract rent the tenant will pay. The tenant is required to pay the amount established. Your tenant may jeopardize their housing assistance if they are caught making side payments.

8. If I want to port-in (move) to Loudoun County, will Loudoun County be absorbing my voucher?: No - Loudoun County is currently billing the Housing Authority where your voucher originated.