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1. Are there any senior citizen housing units in Harford County?

Senior housing is available. Click here to see what is available in Harford County.

Elderly Housing

2. How do I report a violation of the Livability Code?

Residents within the municipal limits of Bel Air, Havre de Grace, or Aberdeen, please contact your local government:
Bel Air: 410-879-9500
Havre de Grace: 410-939-1800
Aberdeen: 410-272-1600

Residents outside of the town limits: 
15 S. Main Street
Bel Air, MD 21014
Email: housing@harfordcountymd.gov
Fax: 410-879-7148
Phone: 410-638-3045

3. How does a person or family apply for a voucher?

There are four steps to applying for a rental subsidy:
1. The head of household's name is placed on the Housing Agency's waiting list.
2. When selected from the waiting list, a formal application must be completed.
3. The applicant must attend a briefing on rules, regulations, and family obligations.
4. The Housing Choice Voucher is issued at the briefing.

4. How long can a family remain on the Housing Choice Voucher Program?

Provided there is continued funding of the program, families can remain on it for as long as they are eligible for a rent subsidy and remain in compliance with their family obligations.

5. How often are the rental units inspected by the Housing Agency?

The units are inspected prior to a contract being signed, and at least annually thereafter.

6. I am homeless/about to be evicted. What assistance can I receive?

For emergency shelters/placements and eviction services, contact the Harford Community Action Agency, 1321-B Woodbridge Station Way, Edgewood, MD 21040

From 1 to 4 p.m., call 410-612-9909, ext. 2204 for an appointment. After hours and weekends, call United Way 211 for emergencies.

7. I want to buy a home. What assistance can I receive?

Contact one of our housing counselors for information:

15 S. Main Street,
Bel Air, MD 21014
Phone: 410-638-3045
Email: housing@harfordcountymd.gov

8. I'm having problems meeting my mortgage. What assistance can I receive?

For payment issues, please contact one of our housing counselors for information:

15 S Main Street,
Bel Air, MD 21014
Phone: 410-638-3045
Email: housing@harfordcountymd.gov

9. I'm having a problem with my landlord, how can I receive help?

For landlord issues, please contact the Housing Agency for assistance and referral:

15 S. Main Street,
Bel Air, MD 21014
Phone: 410-638-3045
Email: housing@harfordcountymd.gov

You can also call the landlord/tenant hotline (Fair Housing Action Center) at 443-447-7336.

10. Is there a code for rental housing standards?

Yes, the Livability Code for Rental Housing sets the standard. All rental units in Harford County must meet the health and safety standards for basic equipment and facilities used for light, ventilation, heating, and sanitation.

11. What can I do about housing problems/issues?

If the matter involves unlawful discrimination in housing within Harford County, the individual can contact the Harford County Office of Human Relations; the MD Commission on Human Relations; the Fair Housing Action Center, 410-989-3811; and/or the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD). If the individual is seeking assistance in obtaining housing, he or she may want to contact the Housing Agency and/or Department of Social Services.

12. What is a Housing Choice Voucher?

The Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8) is a federally-funded rent subsidy program for low-income persons.

13. What rental subsidy programs are available?

There is one program available - Section 8 (Housing Choice Voucher Program).

14. Who qualifies for the Housing Choice Voucher Program?

Single people, families, elderly people, and disabled people qualify for the program. Qualification is based on income and family composition.