Plan 8, although it often covers older adults, can be applied for by anyone over the age of 18 who has “limited resources” and who meets the requirements set by the federal Housing Voucher program.

This is highlighted by El Nuevo Herald when it announced that “the subsidized rental program Plan 8 (Section 8) will open the application process for the waiting list in Miami-Dade starting February 5, 2024.”

Anyone who “needs help paying the rent on a home can apply until February 19.”

The federal program, “which is locally administered, offers vouchers or coupons to people who meet the requirements to live in a rental property that participates in Plan 8.”

In Plan 8 they prioritize the homeless, people affected by natural disasters and veterans.

This year, 5,000 applications will be selected in a random process to be placed on the Plan 8 waiting list. No more than one application may be submitted.

They do not accept paper applications. According to what is reported in El Nuevo Herald, in 2024 “paper applications/applications will not be delivered or accepted.”

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How to Apply for Plan 8 in Miami

From February 5, 2024 Section 8 Waitlist Requests Miami-Dade Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) They will be available in English, Spanish and Creole on the site https://www.miamidadevoucher.myhousing.com

The person must have internet access to complete the application, which can be completed independently and completed before the application deadline of February 19.

Applicants, indicated in El Nuevo Herald, must meet the income requirements received in 2023:

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Help in libraries

Not having a computer or internet access should not be a limitation.

If the person doesn’t have internet, “he can call the information line 311 or visit a number of provincial libraries and community centers that will offer support in completing the application from February 5.”

Opening hours are Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

You can view the list and addresses at https://www.miamidade.gov/housing

These libraries can help:

People with different abilities

People with disabilities can get help filling out the application by calling (786) 654-8440, El Nuevo Herald explains.

The information you will need to complete the application is the following: personal information, date of birth, address, email address, telephone number, social security number, citizenship, and proof that you are a veteran or disabled, if applicable.

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How to Check the Plan 8 Waitlist

Once you submit the application, you will receive a confirmation number letting you know that the shipment has been completed, according to the aforementioned media.

Once the application process is completed on February 19, “the random selectionwhich will take two to three weeks.”

You can then see if you have been selected at https://miamidadevoucher.myhousing.com/registration or by calling 786-654-8440 and (786) 469-4100.

The website “will display your name and place on the waiting list if you are selected, and you will also be notified by post or email.”

You can create an account to get on the Plan 8 list here: https://miamidadevoucher.myhousing.com/registration.

For more information, visit www.mdvoucher.com

(JO)