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HOW TO APPLY

 

  What is the difference between Section 8 and public housing?  
  Public housing is property owned by the Housing Authority and Section 8 property is owned by a private landlord.  
     
How to Apply        
Public Housing

Applications can be obtained during office hours (Monday-Friday 8:00am until 5:00pm) at 200 N. 11th Street, Springfield, Illinois or can be requested to be mailed via  telephone (217-753-5757).

Applications should be submitted with all appropriate documentation as outlined in the application packet for processing in person during office hours (Monday-Friday 8:00am until 5:00pm).
Section 8
Applications can be obtained during office hours (Monday-Friday 8:00am until 5:00pm) at 200 N. 11th Street, Springfield, Illinois or can be requested to be mailed via  telephone (217-753-5757).
Applications should be submitted in person Mondays from  1:00pm-4:00pm and Tuesdays from  8:00am-4:00pm.
Processing
Your application is processed into the system and put in order by date and time. Once the application process begins, there is certain criteria which must be met.
Screening Criteria
Public Housing
Landlord History for 3 years:           Criminal History:
  • No record of disturbance or destruction.
  • Payment of rent timely
  • No misdemeanor criminal activity for 3 years.
  • No felonious activity for 10 years.
Section 8
Criminal History
  • No misdemeanor criminal activity for 3 years.
  • No felonious activity for 10 years.