PUBLIC HOUSING WAITING LIST APPLICATION

PUBLIC HOUSING WAITING LIST APPLICATION

THIS APPLICATION IS FOR PUBLIC HOUSING WAITLIST ONLY;

NOT ELIGIBILITY FOR ADMISSION INTO HOUSING

THE APPLICATION MUST BE FULLY COMPLETED AND DOCUMENTS PROVIDED WITH THE APPLICATION TO BE ACCEPTED.

• Application

• All members over 18 years of age must complete and sign Authorization to Release Information • All members 18 years of age must provide current State issued Identification Card or Driver

License

• Social Security Cards for every family member PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY:

Applicant Name: ________________________________________ Phone: _____________________ Mailing Address:_________________________________________________________________________

(address) (city) (state) (zip)

E-mail Address: __________________________________________________________________________

FAMILY COMPOSITION:

Names(s) Relationship Date of Birth City & State

of Birth Sex Race Social Security Number

1. HEAD 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Kansas City, Kansas

Housing Authority

Please mark all income for your family and indicate monthly amounts:

Working ____ Elderly/Disabled ____ Homeless ____

__Employed: (gross monthly) $_______ Place of Employment & Address: _________________________ __SS: $______SSI: $_______ Name of Person Receiving: ____________________

__TANF/DCF Cash Assistance: $_________ __Food Stamps: $_________________

__Unemployment: $_________ __Child Support: $________________

__Pension: $_________ __ No Income of any kind

__OTHER (please explain) ____________________________________________________________

• Rental History (please circle one): Have you been evicted in the past three years or currently? YES or NO: _______________________________________________________________________ • Criminal History: Have you been ARRESTED or CONVICTED of any misdemeanor or felony in

the past five years? YES or NO: _____________________________________________________ • Are you or a member of your household subject to a lifetime sex offender registration

requirement in any state? If so what state(s) ___________________________________________ Applicant Authorization and Certification

I/We authorize the Kansas City, Kansas Housing Authority to screen my/our application including landlord and criminal screenings and any other verification necessary to determine eligibility for the public housing waiting list. I/We understand that this is not screening for eligibility for housing. I/We also understand that this is not a contract and does not bind either party.

I/We certify that the statements on the application are true to the best of my/our knowledge and belief and understand that they will be verified. I/we understand that any false statement on this application MAY cause my application to be disqualified for admission to the public housing waitlist.

Applicant Signature: ________________________________________ Date: _____________ Spouse/Other Adult Signature: ________________________________ Date: _____________ Other Adult Signature: _______________________________________ Date: _____________

Alternate Designated Contact Person(s): In case you can not be reached

Name: ___________________________ Phone: ___________________________ Name: ___________________________ Phone: ___________________________

CONSENT

I authorize and direct any Federal, State or local agency organization, business, or individual to release to the Kansas City, Kansas Housing Authority any information or materials needed to complete and verify my application for participation, and/or to maintain my continued assistance under Section 8, Rental Rehabilitation, Low-Income Public Housing, and/or other housing assistance program. I understand and agree that this authorization or the information obtained with its use may be given to and used by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) in administering and enforcing program rules and policies.

INFORMATION COVERED

I understand that, depending on program policies and requirements, previous or current information regarding me or my household may be needed. Verifications and inquiries that may be requested include but are not limited to:

Identity and Marital Status Income and Assets

Residences and Rental Activity Medical and Child Care Allowances Credit and Criminal Activity

I understand that this authorization cannot be used to obtain any information about me that is not pertinent to my eligibility for and continued participation in a housing assistance program.

GROUPS OR INDIVIDUALS THAT MAY BE ASKED

The groups or individuals that may be asked to release the above information (depending on program requirements) include but are not limited to:

Previous Landlords (including Utility Companies Medical and Child Care Providers Public Housing Agencies) Retirement Systems Courts and County Recorders Veterans Administration Banks and Financial Institutions Support and Alimony Providers Schools and Colleges Credit Providers and Credit Bureaus Law Enforcement Agencies Welfare Agencies

CONDITIONS

I agree that a photocopy of this authorization may be used for the purposes stated above. This authorization will stay in effect for one year and one month from the date signed.

SIGNATURES

Head of Household (Print Name) Date

Spouse (Print Name) Date

Adult Member (Print Name) Date

Kansas City, Kansas

Housing Authority

1124 North Ninth Street Kansas City, KS 66101-2197 (913) 279-3441 FAX (913) 279-3466

AUTHORIZATION For Release of Information

Authorization Page 2 APPLICANTS/TENANTS CERTIFICATION

Giving True and Complete Information

I certify that all the information provided on household composition, income, family assets, and items for allowances and deductions, is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I have reviewed the application form and the HUD Form 50058 or 50059, whichever applies to me, and certify that the information shown is true and correct.

Reporting Changes in Income or Household Composition

I know I am required to report immediately in writing any changes in income and any changes in the household size, when a person moves in or out of the unit. I understand the rules regarding guests/visitors and when I must report anyone who is staying with me.

Reporting on Prior Housing Assistance

I certify that I have disclosed where I received any previous Federal Housing assistance and whether or not any money is owed. I certify that for this previous assistance I did not commit any fraud, knowingly misrepresent any information, or vacate the unit in violation of the lease.

No Duplicate Residence or Assistance

I certify that the house or apartment will be my principal residence and that I will not obtain duplicate Federal housing assistance while I am in this current program. I will not live anywhere else without notifying the Housing Authority immediately in writing. I will not sublease my assisted residence.

Cooperation

I know I am required to cooperate in supplying all information needed to determine my eligibility, level of benefits, or verify my true circumstances. Cooperation includes attending pre-scheduled meetings and completing and signing needed forms. I understand failure to do so may result in delays, termination of assistance, or eviction.

Criminal and Administrative actions for False Information

I understand that knowingly supplying false, incomplete or inaccurate information is punishable under Federal or State criminal law. I understand that knowingly supplying false, incomplete, or inaccurate information is grounds for termination of housing assistance and/or termination of tenancy.

Signature of All Household Adults and Date Signed

1. __________________________________________________________________________________________________ 2. __________________________________________________________________________________________________ 3. __________________________________________________________________________________________________ 4. __________________________________________________________________________________________________ 5. __________________________________________________________________________________________________ 6. __________________________________________________________________________________________________