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Section 8 Covers Your Rent Expenses

7. Obligations Of Tenants And Landlords Under Section 8

As a tenant, you must abide by your contract and program rules, pay your security deposit and rent on time, and report changes in income to the PHA. As a landlord, you must undergo annual inspections typically during lease renewals by HUD (Housing and Urban Development) and the local PHA. You also need to follow state laws, provide services, and seek approval for rent increases from local PHAs.

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