The Housing Choice Voucher Program (HCVP), formerly known as Section 8 Housing, is a HUD and Virginia Housing regulated program that assists very low-income families (including single, unmarried and married families), people with disabilities and older adults to afford decent and safe housing in the private market.
With tenant-based vouchers, participants have the freedom and flexibility to find their own single family or multifamily homes meeting appropriate housing quality standards and owned by a participating landlord.
Possible Delays in Monthly Housing Assistance Payments (HAP) Due to Federal Government Shutdown
The purpose of this notice is to inform Housing Choice Voucher Program participants and landlords that, due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, Virginia Housing will adjust the payment schedule for monthly Housing Assistance Payments (HAP) if the government shutdown extends past October 28, 2025. As a result, landlords participating in the program may experience delays in receiving monthly Housing Assistance Payments (HAP). This is a proactive measure to safeguard program stability.
Program participants should continue to pay their portion of the rent, submit all required documentation, and meet all program requirements.
We understand that potential delays in payments may cause challenges, and we sincerely appreciate your patience and cooperation as we work through this situation.
If you have any questions, please contact Virginia Housing at ContactHCV@VirginiaHousing.com. Virginia Housing will continue to monitor this situation closely and communicate promptly if additional adjustments become necessary.
Waiting List Information
Lancaster’s Housing Choice Voucher Waiting List is open to all applicants who live or work in Virginia. A preference is given for people who live or work in Lancaster County.
Lancaster County Waiting List is currently closed.
APPLICATIONS ARE CURRENTLY NOT BEING ACCEPTED. You can only get added to the wait list when the list is open. The reopening date is unknown at this time. However, a public notice will be issued in Rappahannock Record and published on the website when the reopening is scheduled.
Landlord Information
Are you a landlord looking for more information on renting to tenants with Vouchers? Please review https://www.virginiahousing.com/partners/housing-choice-vouchers/resources-for-landlords for information on the program.
Tenant Information & More Information about HCVP
Are you a tenant looking for more information on renting with vouchers or any additional information about HCVP? Please review https://www.virginiahousing.com/en/renters/housing-choice-voucher-program for information on the program.
Contact the HCVP Department
If have any questions concerning the HCVP, please contact Tina E. Reamer at 804-462-5902, 804-238-4224 or treamer@lancova.com.
Contact Information
Office Location & Address
8311 Mary Ball Rd
Lancaster, VA 22503
Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM