Housing Voucher Application Forms

Follow the steps below to apply for a housing voucher in DC. Only complete an application if the DC Housing Authority (DCHA) or another DC government agency has let you or your case manager know you were selected to apply for a voucher.

1. Complete and sign each of these forms:
   • Everyone applying for a housing voucher should fill out the Core Application.
   • If you’re applying for a locally-funded voucher, also known as the Local Rent Subsidy Program (LRSP), complete a Local Supplement.
2. Gather documents to submit with the application:
   • Use the document guide on the last page of your supplement to make sure you have everything you need.
   • If you can’t easily get the documents you need, use verification forms instead:
   • DCHA Zero-Income Statement
   • DCHA Self-Certification
   • DCHA Residency Verification
   • DCHA Self-Employment Income Statement
   • DCHA Employer Verification
   • DCHA School Verification (18+)
   • DCHA School Verification (K-12)
   • DCHA Monetary Contributor Verification
   • DCHA Expenses Verification
3. Submit your application.
   • If you’re applying for a site-based voucher, complete the Site-based Referral Form and include it with the application.
   • Merge the core application, supplement, documents, verifications, and referral form (if needed) into on PDF.

Tips to keep in mind when using these forms:

• You can submit applications using these forms starting February 1, 2024.
• Start with the link every time. Access this page through HTH, and open the links above. If there have been changes or fixes to the forms, you’ll be using the latest version.
• Download the form before filling it out. Save the form on your device to ensure you’re in an editable, not a read-only, version.
• If you’re applying for a federally-funded voucher, also known as the Housing Choice Voucher Program (HCVP), complete a Federal Supplement instead.

Resources to support you in filling out the new forms:

• A what’s new guide that summarizes key changes and features of the re-designed application
• A fillable PDF how-to guide that reviews the functionalities of the new application
• A recording of a training on the voucher application, and the deck for the training that provides more information on how to fill out the form.