Current property owners with AH’s Housing Choice Voucher Program (HCVP) can access our Property Owner Portal for the latest news and updates.
Learn more about the program below. When you're ready to sign up, scroll down to the "Getting Started" section or contact a member of our Landlord Services Team today at 404-892-4700 or hccontractsmailbox@atlantahousing.org.
Housing Choice Voucher Program (HCVP)
Atlanta Housing’s HCVP works with single and multifamily property owners to provide housing opportunities for Atlanta’s working families, seniors, disabled persons, and veterans. AH provides property owners with a steady pool of tenant prospects, online self-service tools, and personalized account management.
How it Works
AH inspects the unit and negotiates a fair, market-driven rent with the owner, using GAMLS as the data source. AH-assisted residents pay approximately 30% of their monthly adjusted income toward housing expenses directly to the property owner, and AH pays the difference. We operate solely within Atlanta city limits.
Enhanced Inspections
Atlanta Housing established the Enhanced Inspections Standards to ensure that all HCVP participating units and the surrounding neighborhood are suitable for HCVP residents. Once a property owner determines that his or her unit meets all of the criteria listed in the Enhanced Inspections Standards Checklist, he or she can select an HCVP prospect and submit the Request for Tenancy Approval (RTA).
We’ve also provided a video explaining exactly what our inspectors look for during an inspection.
Property Owner Packet:
Forms Needed to Change Ownership from a Current AH Landlord to You:
Property Protection Program (PPP)
Property Protection is much like a warranty or an insurance program only without sign-up or out-of-pocket premiums. After a $250 deductible per claim, AHA pays up to $2,000 per claim to property owners for excessive tenant-related property damage. As a property owner with Atlanta Housing, you are automatically eligible to file a claim through PPP. All damage must exceed normal wear and tear. For more information, click here.
Home Tours
Our team brings prospective tenants who are searching for a home to your rental property. The prospective tenants will tour your property and have an opportunity to complete an application immediately. Contact your Portfolio Administrator for more information or to sign up.
Housing Fairs
Housing fairs make tenant selection quick and easy. Property Owners come to our main office to meet with prospective tenants who are searching for a home. If you have several vacancies, this is a great time to accept applications for each of your units. Contact your Portfolio Administrator for more information or to sign up.
Georgia Housing Search
List your property with GeorgiaHousingSearch.org. Your property will be placed on a roster of available units and searchable by bedroom size. Atlanta Housing advises participants to search this list for available units. Click here to register or call 877-428-8844.
Standard Leasing Incentive Fee (LIF)
Atlanta Housing pays a one-time, non-refundable monetary payment to property owners on behalf of Atlanta Housing applicants or participants experiencing a hardship. Hardship is based on the following: credit issues, financial burden, reasonable accommodation, rent negotiation, or other reasons. This incentive cannot be combined with the Automatic Leasing Incentive Fee.
Automatic Leasing Incentive Fee (LIF)
Atlanta Housing pays a one-time, non-refundable, monetary payment to property owners on behalf of applicants or participants moving from a different housing authority who submit their Request for Tenancy Approval (RTA) within the first 30 days of receiving their voucher. This incentive cannot be combined with the Standard Leasing Incentive Fee.
Investor Referral Incentive
Current Housing Choice property owners receive a $100 cash referral incentive for each newly-approved property owner they refer.
Energy Efficiency Rent Boost (EERB)
Effective November 22, 2021, AH revised our current major systems boosts to help make your units even more energy-efficient and valuable. Landlords will still be able to increase their bottom line, and as before, They may apply upon submission of a new Request for Tenancy Approval (RTA) or Rent Increase Request.
Click here to see how to receive the Energy Efficiency Boost to your rent amount.
(Includes Duplex, Triplex, Quadruplex, Townhomes and Condominium building types)
First-time Pass Bonus
Property owners whose single family unit passes the first inspection receive a one-time $250 cash bonus.
Expedited Lease-Up
Properties designated as High Performing communities are able to lease units in 5 to 7 days due to a streamlined process. Through this process, property owners are able to self-certify that their unit meets AH’s Enhanced Inspection Standards and submit an Expedited Lease-Up Package during the initial lease-up process. The criteria for being designated as a High Performing community are as follows: