Section 8 is a housing program to help lower income families, senior citizens and disabled persons rent decent, safe and sanitary housing at a lower cost.  Many households qualify for assistance; however, help can be given to you only if you have been issued a Housing Choice Voucher.  Your initial rent will be no more than 40% of your gross adjusted income, at the time you first lease a unit. 

Resources:

• Section 8 Program Information
• Emergency Assistance and General Referral Information
• Fair Housing of Sonoma County
• 5-Year Plan for Fiscal Years 2005-2009 Streamlined
• Income Guidelines
• Utility Allowances for Apartment/Townhouse - CORRECTED
• Utility Allowances for Detached House - CORRECTED 
• Violence Against Women Act (VAWA)