Utility allowances help ensure that housing remains affordable for families participating in the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) Program. When certain utilities such as electricity, water, gas, or trash service are not included in the rent, a utility allowance may be applied to help offset those monthly costs.
These allowances are based on household size and unit type, and are used to help ensure that a household’s combined rent and utility expenses remain within program affordability guidelines. Below, you can view the current utility allowance schedules and related information.