SECTION 8 (HCV)

Housing Choice Vouchers available in the Wisconsin Rapids Area

The Wisconsin Rapids Housing Authority is proud to offer housing choice vouchers for families that need assistance in the area. Whether you are moving to Wisconsin Rapids from another town or are living here right now and in need of a change in housing, we can help you. We have experience in matching families with quality Section 8 housing that meets their needs. Section 8 housing operates on a voucher system, so that families are able to find living quarters within the community that are located in safe, well-maintained buildings. Housing vouchers are available for both apartments and homes, depending on your needs and your eligibility. To apply for the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) Program, you can click on the button below and fill out the application. *For this application to open, please use Google Chrome or Firefox as your browser.

Application for Housing

Housing vouchers

So who can qualify for Section 8 housing subsidies? Section 8 housing was developed to assist low-income families, the elderly and the disabled find homes that are decent and safe. Eligibility is based on income, assets and family size, and this information will be evaluated and cross-checked to determine suitability. To see if you are income-eligible for Section 8, check the very low (50%) income limits section HERE. We are qualified to both compile and examine this information and provide you with the results in terms of your housing voucher qualifications, if any. Call our office to discuss your housing options.