Red Door Housing Society
#33 - 2688 Blanche St.
Vancouver, BC   V5S 4R4
604.431.9225

  
 
  1. How can I rent an affordable housing unit with RDHS?

    2. Those who wish to rent a unit with RDHS must first complete a housing application. Applicants are put onto the waiting list and when a unit becomes available, an applicant is selected from the waiting list. You can download an Application Form by clicking here. To receive an application by mail, you need to send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to RDHS.

  2. Do I qualify for affordable housing and what type of unit would I get?

    3. Qualification for subsidized housing is based on a number of criteria, such as income and amount paid currently for rent. Secondly, each Applicant is placed on a waiting list for the size and type of unit they qualify for.

  3. How long will it take to get placed in a unit?

    4. There is a demand for affordable housing. The number of applicants is much greater than that of the number of units available. The length of an Applicant's wait will vary depending on the request and the number of units available. The average wait period is six (6) months to two (2) years. A new placement can only take place when a current tenant moves out.

  4. I need a place by the end of the month, can you help me?

    5. Unfortunately RDHS does not provide emergency housing.
  5. How does RDHS choose Applicants for the next available unit?

    6. Placements are made from the waiting list based on a series of factors. These include, but are not limited to:

    • Availability: What size of unit is coming available (ie 1, 2, 3, 4, 5).
    • Eligibility: What type of subsidy is available for this unit.
    • Length of Time on Wait List: Consideration on a first come first serve basis.
    • Suitability: Are there any physical limitations of the applicant, such as stairs?
    • References and Credit Checks: Good References from prior landlords are an important factor in the evaluation process. References and credit checks will be done.

  6. Can I keep my pets?

    7. RDHS has a no dog / no cat pet policy.

  7. How much will I be expected to pay?

    8. If you are offered a rent-geared-to-income (RGI) unit, the amount you will pay depends on the size of your family, whether you are on Government Economic Assistance or based on your gross household combined income (before taxes and deductions). Tenant Rent Contributions (TRC), the amount of rent the tenant pays, are generally set at approximately 30% gross household combined income. Debt load is not taken into consideration when TRC is calculated.

  8. What happens if my income changes? Will I have to move out?

    9. For rent-geared-to-income (RGI) units, TRC's may be re-calculated when household income changes. TRC's also must be re-calculated when there is a change in the number of occupants in the household.

  9. How can someone who applied after I did get into a unit before me?

    10. Most often the timing of placement relates to the differences in eligibility for one of the unites. RDHS manages a wide variety of housing units with 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 bedrooms. Some units are for families, some are for seniors and some are for those with disability. We also have housing under different programs which have different eligibility requirements.

    When a unit becomes available, only the applications eligible for that unit are reviewed and current eligibility is confirmed. Due to the complexity of determining eligibility, we ask that Applicants contact RDHS to update their file when they have change to income, accommodation, or family size.

  10. What can I do?

    11. If the office receives no contact from the applicant for a 12 month period, the application will be removed from the wait list and it will be destroyed.

    If you no longer desire to live in a RDHS unit, please let the office know, so your application can be removed from the waiting list.

    It is important you keep in contact with RDHS to report any changes to your:
    Phone Number
    Household Size
    Gross Household Income
    Address
    Housing Requirements

 
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