HCV Recertifications
Overview
A recertification is a required PHA review of a Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) household’s income and composition. PHA requires recertification’s for voucher holders every two years unless you are an Elderly or Disabled household on a fixed income who are recertified every years.
At recertification, PHA requires the following documentation from voucher households:
- Your income and the income of all of your household members
- Any changes to your family composition
- Your assets
- Your expenses
HCV Recertification Options
Submit Online
You can now complete your HCV program recertification online using your computer, tablet, or smartphone using our new Recertification Portal at pha.myhousing.com or at the link below:
My Housing Recertification Portal
If you need help navigating the My Housing recertification portal, you can watch the “How To” video below, which shows how easy it is to complete your recertification online; or you can use the My Housing User Guide linked below:
My Housing How To Video
You can also email us at [email protected] with questions or if you need assistance with registration.
Submit By Mail
You can also complete your HCV program Recertication by completing the Application for Continued Occupancy Recert packet you receive by mail. You can return your Recert packet with verification of your household income via the following:
- By email to: [email protected]
- By Fax to: 215-684-1023
- By U.S. mail:PHA HCV Program
2013 Ridge Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19133
For a list of required verification documents needed to complete your HCV recertification please refer to:
Other forms needed to complete your recertification can be found below:
If any household members 18 years of age and older claim to have zero income a Financial Hardship Worksheet must be completed.
What if I have a change in Family Composition to report to PHA?
Review the Required Documents for change of family composition below. With the exception of children who join the household as a result of birth, adoption, or court-awarded custody, a tenant must request PHA approval to add a new family member or other household member (spouse, inter-dependent relationship partner, live-in aide or foster child).
If you have any questions about your recertification you can contact us at 215-684-4300 or via email at [email protected].
