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1. Are there any Senior Citizen Housing Units in Harford County?

Senior Housing is available. Click here to see the units in Harford County. Elderly Housing

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

Residents within the town limits of Bel Air, Havre de Grace, or Aberdeen, please contact your town office.

Bel Air: 410-879-9500

Havre de Grace: 410-939-1800

Aberdeen: 410-272-1600



Residents outside of the town limits:
15 South Main Street, Suite 106

Bel Air, MD 21014

Fax: 410-879-7148 / Email: housing@harfordcountymd.gov

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

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 -or- I am about to be evicted. What assistance can I receive?

For emergency shelters/placements and eviction services, contact the Community Action Agency:

1321-B Woodbridge Station Way

Edgewood, MD 21040

*Walk-ins accepted Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m..

From 1 - 4 p.m., call 410-612-9909, ext. 2204 for an appointment. After hours and weekends, contact any local law enforcement for referral to the Disaster Assistance Coordinator. Community Action Agency

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

Contact one of our housing counselors for information:

15 S Main Street, Suite 106

Bel Air, MD 21014

Phone: 410-638-3045

Email: housing@harfordcountymd.gov

8. 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, Suite 106

Bel Air, MD 21014



Phone: 410-638-3045

Email: housing@harfordcountymd.gov



You can also call the Landlord/Tenant hotline (Baltimore Neighborhoods, Inc.) at 800-487-6007.

9. 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, Suite 106

Bel Air, MD 21014



Phone: 410-638-3045

Email: housing@harfordcountymd.gov

10. Is there a code for rental housing standards?

Yes, the Livability Code for Rental Housing. sets the standard. All rental units located 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 Office of Human Relations, BNI, MD Commission on Human Relations and/or US 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 are currently 2 programs available - Section 8 (Housing Choice Voucher Program) and the Rental Allowance Program (RAP).

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.