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Section 8

The Housing Choice Voucher Program (HCV), also known as Section 8, is the federal government's major program for assisting very low-income families, the elderly, and the disabled to afford decent, safe, and sanitary housing in the private market.


A housing subsidy is paid to the landlord directly by the Public Housing Agency (PHA) on behalf of the participating family. The family then pays the difference between the actual rent charged by the landlord and the amount subsidized by the program.


The Program is responsible for over 1,000 Section 8 Vouchers for households whose incomes fall below 50% of the median household income in Los Angeles County. For additional information on the Program please call (818) 238-5160.

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THE CITY OF BURBANK SECTION 8 WAITING LIST IS CURRENTLY CLOSED.

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SECTION 8 PROGRAM INFORMATION MEETING


You are invited to attend the annual meeting of the Resident Advisory Board (RAB) of the Burbank Housing Authority.  The RAB is a group that volunteers their time to review and comment on the Burbank Housing Authority’s administration of the federal Section 8 Program.  Housing staff will be providing an overview of the Section 8 Program in Burbank for the upcoming five years, along with proposed Administrative Plan changes. Finally, staff will present the proposed 2025-2030 Public Housing Agency (PHA) Five Year Plan to be presented to the Housing Authority Board on April 8, 2025, for consideration.  This is a general information meeting only.  The Housing Authority will not be discussing personal files or accepting additional applications for the Program.

Resident Advisory Board Meeting
DATE:          Tuesday, February 18, 2025
WHERE:      Community Services Building


150 N. Third Street - Room # 104
Burbank, CA 91502


TIME:           9:30 A.M. – 10:30 A.M.


In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if any special assistance is needed to participate in this meeting, please contact the ADA Coordinator at 818.238.5021 voice or 818.238.5035 TDD. Notification 48 hours in advance of this meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements for special assistance.

Questions or for more information, please call (818) 238-5160
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PUBLIC HEARING – FEDERAL SECTION 8 PROGRAM


The Burbank Housing Authority Board is to consider the proposed Fiscal Years 2025-2030 Public Housing Agency (PHA) Five Year Plan and proposed Administrative Plan changes during a public hearing on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. (click here for Public Notice).  The draft Five Year Plan and Administrative Plan proposed changes are available for a 45-day public review period at:

Burbank Housing Authority
150 N. Third Street, Window 13
Burbank, CA 91502
During office hours of:  Monday – Friday between 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Or by clicking here: 
DRAFT Five Year Plan
Proposed Changes to the Administrative Plan 2025

Written comments should be mailed or emailed to:
City of Burbank
Community Development Department
Burbank Housing Authority
P.O. Box 6459
150 N. Third St.
Burbank, CA.  91510

Attn:  Maribel Leyland, Housing Authority Manager
E-mail: [email protected]
 

                                 
                                  SECTION 8 PROJECT-BASED VOUCHER PROGRAM (PBV)

 

  • The Burbank Housing Authority is inviting owners and developers of multi-family rental projects in the City of Burbank to submit proposals for participation in the Section 8 Project Based Voucher Program (PBV). PBV assistance is available for up to 20 units under this RFP. Applications will be accepted for substantial rehabilitation or new construction units. 

  • A housing unit will be considered a new construction unit if construction has not started at the time of BHA selection and will not start until all post-selection requirements are met. A substantial rehabilitation will be an extensive structural repair or extensive remodeling and requires a building, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical permit for the tenant's dwelling unit at issue. All financing of project costs and operating expenses will be the responsibility of the owner.

    Proposal Package (PDF)
    Public Notice (PDF)
    PBV RFP - Q&A (PDF)

    In submitting the project proposal, please ensure the following items are included:
    1. Owner/Developer Project-Based Voucher Proposal
    2. Required Attachments to Proposal.

    Submit one (1) hard copy original and one (1) electronic copy to:
    BURBANK HOUSING AUTHORITY 
    150 N. THIRD STREET
    BURBANK, CA 91502
    Contact Person: Maribel Leyland
    [email protected] or (818) 238-5180
     

    THE RFP SUBMITTAL PERIOD IS NOW CLOSED

  • HUD - Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH) (PDF)

  • Family Self-Sufficiency Program (FSS) (PDF)

  • Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) - Application currently closed

    Provides long-term rental assistance and supportive services to individuals and families with chronic illnesses, disabilities, mental health issues, or substance use disorders who have experienced long-term or repeated homelessness. 

  • Emergency Housing Vouchers Program (EHV)

    The Emergency Housing Vouchers program is launching in the Los Angeles region. Vouchers will be prioritized by the LA Coordinated Entry System, initially referring participants who are homeless, recently homeless, or fleeing domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or human trafficking, as defined by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development and Los Angeles' Coordinated Entry System Policy Council. It is likely that most people eligible for this resource are already connected to the Coordinated Entry System and will be referred by case managers assigned to provide client housing support and connection. If, however, you think you are eligible for the program (please see the CES Interim Policy on Emergency Housing Voucher priority populations), please contact a Coordinated Entry System Access Center in your region. Please note that connection to the Coordinated Entry System does not guarantee your eligibility or prioritization for housing or rental subsidy support.
    EHV Landlord Incentive Program - The Burbank Housing Authority (BHA) is proud to introduce
    incentives to property owners that house individuals with an
    Emergency Housing Voucher (EHV).
Location:
150 N. Third Street
Burbank, CA 91502
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Public Counter Hours:
Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

By appointment
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Closed for Lunch 
12:00 noon - 1:00 p.m.