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1600 Kansas Avenue, Lorain, OH 44052

Barrier Free Restrooms|Braille and Tone Elevators|Designated Parking|Lowered Elevator Controls|Wheelchair Accessible Building (no stairs & entrance door).

Eligibility

Serves individuals and families who meet income eligibility and other eligibility criteria. Visit the website for specific eligibility criteria. The Low Income (Public Housing) Eligibility Guidelines (updated April 1st, 2025): - Family of 1 = $55,650. - Family of 2 = $63,600. - Family of 3 = $71,550. - Family of 4 = $79,500. - Family of 5 = $85,900. - Family of 6 = $92,250. - Family of 7 = $98,600. - Family of 8 = $104,950. The Very Low Income (HCVP - Section 8) Eligibility Guidelines (updated April 1st, 2025): - Family of 1 = $34,800. - Family of 2 = $39,800. - Family of 3 = $44,750. - Family of 4 = $49,700. - Family of 5 = $53,700. - Family of 6 = $57,700. - Family of 7 = $61,650. - Family of 8 = $65,650.

Required documents

- Must complete a pre-application to be put on a waiting list. - Other documentation will be requested as needed throughout the process.

Hours

Same as site hours.
(440) 288-7484

Voice - voice | Admissions Department/Waiting List

(440) 288-7400

Voice - voice | Work Order Center

https://RUPartners.org
[email protected]

Languages

- Spanish. - Other languages available upon request.

Application process

Visit the website for updates on waiting list openings and how to apply.

Fees

Varies according to household income.

Service area

Lorain County, Ohio

Description

Provides information about eligibility for and vacancies in the subsidized housing properties that are under their jurisdiction. Accepts applications for and provides Housing Choice Vouchers. Makes approved Housing Choice Voucher rental payments and administers public housing communities.

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Providing organization

Raise Up

Provides housing to low and moderate income citizens living in Lorain County. Federally subsidized through the Department of Housing and Urban Development, the Housing Authority's Public Housing Program and the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) Program provide housing subsidy in a variety of apartments giving low income individuals the opportunity to live in dignity while paying an affordable rent.