The following forms can be used by property owners who rent to tenants participating in Metro Housing|Boston’s voucher programs.
This is the first step in starting the process if you have selected a tenant with a Section 8 voucher. Please fill out this form as completely as possible.
This packet must be completed by the prospective property owner, or their manager or agent. The Request for Tenancy Approval (RFTA) must be signed and dated by both the property owner and the voucher holder (participant family). Metro Housing Boston cannot schedule an inspection without the completed packet and all required property owner documents.
Standard lease for use by landlords who rent to tenants in Metro Housing|Boston’s Section 8 program. If you would like to use a different lease, please contact our Leased Housing team.
The Violence against Women Act, (“VAWA”) is a federal law that that protects individuals who are victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking. This notice explains the property owners’ / property managers’ obligations under VAWA.
A property owner, or manager presented with a claim for continued or initial tenancy or assistance based on status as a victim of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking (herein referred to as “Victim”) has the option to request that the victim document or provide written evidence to demonstrate that the violence occurred. The Victim has the option of either submitting this form or submitting third-party documentation.
This form is required to request contract rent increases for units subsidized with a mobile Section 8 or MRVP voucher. Details are included in this download.
This form is required to request contract rent increases for units subsidized with a Project-Based Section 8 or MRVP voucher. Details are included in this download.
Required to be attached to the lease for a tenant in any Section 8 program.
This lease addendum may be included as part of your standard lease if you would like to include a provision that your tenant and their guests are restricted from smoking on the premises.
This is the legal document between the owner and Metro Housing|Boston which allows us to make the monthly Housing Assistance Payments (HAP).
Complete this form to receive payments from Metro Housing|Boston directly into your bank account.
Proof of ownership – Owners must provide documentation of ownership before payments can be released for a property. Documentation may include, but is not limited to, a copy of a deed or the most recent real estate tax bill.
These two forms, along with the W-9 and Direct Deposit Enrollment forms below, are necessary to transfer the HAP contract from the previous owner to the new owner. This is required in order to ensure no disruption of payments.
Provides Metro Housing|Boston with the owners tax ID number, which is required for tax reporting purposes.
Metro Housing|Boston only makes payments via direct deposit, so this form is required for enrollment before payments will be made. In addition to the enrollment form, verification of account information is required, such as a voided check or deposit slip.
On March 16, 2005, a law went into effect in Massachusetts that allows landlords to bill tenants starting new tenancies directly for water if the property meets the law’s requirements for submetering and water conservation. For more information, see When Can a Tenant Be Billed Directly for Water?
Before billing a Metro Housing|Boston tenant for water, the following form must be submitted along with the Request for Tenancy Approval (see above).
This form is required to request contract rent increases for units subsidized with a MRVP voucher or for new units submitted for lease-up with MRVP. Rent increases must be submitted at least 60 days ahead of the lease renewal date, with either the tenant’s signature on the form, or written notice to the tenant attached.
Common questions regarding the submission and approval process for rents for new lease-ups and rent increases.
Mobile rent limits for all cities and towns administered by Metro Housing Boston.
Mobile rent limits for all cities and towns in Massachusetts. Note that certain towns are administered by different Regional Administering Agencies.
Metro Housing|Boston serves individuals and families, as well property owners, in 30 communities throughout Greater Boston.
*Metro Housing|Boston does not administer RAFT, Voucher Programs, or HomeBASE assistance in Lynn. See Lynn Housing Authority.
*In addition to the 30 communities listed above, Metro Housing|Boston administers rental voucher programs in Holbrook, Randolph, and Weymouth. If you are specifically seeking RAFT assistance in those communities,
you must apply instead to Housing Solutions. (http://housingsolutionssema.org).
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