Landlords
Landlord Benefits – Section 8 Program
Partnering with the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) Program provides financial stability, guaranteed payments, and property support from the Housing Authority of the City of Calexico (HACC). Additionally, with HUD's transition from Housing Quality Standards (HQS) to the new National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate (NSPIRE), landlords will benefit from a more streamlined and transparent inspection process designed to improve property conditions while reducing administrative burdens.
💰 Guaranteed & Reliable Payments
✔ Consistent Rent Payments: Once a Housing Assistance Payment (HAP) contract is fully executed, HACC guarantees timely payments for the subsidized portion of the rent, provided that:
- The tenant remains eligible.
- The unit meets NSPIRE inspection requirements (formerly HQS).
📈 Competitive & Comparable Rents
✔ Fair Market Rent: Rent may be equal to, but not exceed, comparable market-rate units of similar size and amenities.
✔ Annual Rent Increases: Landlords may request a rent increase once per year after the initial lease term, subject to rent reasonableness and approval by HACC.
🏠 Property Inspections – Transition to NSPIRE
HACC is transitioning from HQS inspections to NSPIRE, a new HUD inspection standard designed to:
✔ Improve property conditions by emphasizing health and safety.
✔ Increase inspection transparency with a standardized scoring system.
✔ Expand the inspection scope to cover unit interiors, common areas, and building exteriors.
✔ Implement risk-based inspection scheduling based on property performance.
📌 What This Means for Landlords:
- Inspections will now follow NSPIRE criteria, ensuring units meet updated federal housing standards.
- Higher-performing properties may receive less frequent inspections, reducing administrative burdens.
- HACC will continue to provide inspections at no cost and offer resources to help landlords comply with NSPIRE requirements.
📚 Complimentary Landlord Orientation Sessions
✔ Support & Guidance: HACC offers free orientation sessions to help:
- New landlords learn about the Section 8 program and the NSPIRE inspection process.
- Current landlords understand NSPIRE compliance requirements.
- Property owners navigate rent adjustments, tenant relations, and housing regulations.
Become a Section 8 Landlord Today!
Renting through the Section 8 Program provides a stable rental income, reduced vacancy risks, and ongoing property support. With the transition to NSPIRE, landlords can expect a more consistent and efficient inspection process.
📞 For more information or to enroll, contact HACC at (760) 357-3013.
Join us in providing safe, quality housing while benefiting from financial reliability and compliance support!