Housing Assistance Usage Rules

Summary

Housing assistance in Massachusetts, such as Section 8, requires recipients to report household changes to the housing authority. Assistance use in shared living arrangements must be verified with the housing authority or landlord. Unauthorized occupants can lead to lease violations. Rent calculations may be adjusted based on household income. Consult the housing authority for specific program rules.

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Can sone one on housing move in with some and use housing as part of there rent
If you're referring to someone who receives housing assistance, like Section *, it depends on the rules of the specific housing program and the lease agreement. Generally:
- They must report changes in household composition to the housing authority.
- Rent calculations may be adjusted based on household income.
- Unauthorized occupants can lead to lease violations.
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If me and another family get a house together can they use there housing to pay for there half of rent
**** Massachusetts, if someone is receiving housing assistance like Section *, they typically need to:
- Ensure any changes in household composition are reported to the housing authority.
- Verify if their housing assistance can be used in a shared living arrangement.
- Consult the housing authority or landlord to confirm if the assistance can cover their portion of rent.
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