HCV Homeownership Program

If approved, participants may receive monthly assistance toward qualified homeownership expenses for up to 15 years. Some families may qualify for longer assistance.

How the Program Helps You

We work with housing counseling agencies and lenders to help families prepare for homeownership and navigate the homebuying process.

This program can help you:

• Complete homebuyer education and one-on-one housing counseling
• Learn about budgeting, credit, savings, and mortgage readiness
• Connect with lenders to explore mortgage options and pre-approval
• Receive monthly assistance toward qualified homeownership expenses after purchasing an eligible home

Who May Be Eligible

You may be eligible if you:

• Have a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) with Norwalk Housing Authority
• Are a first-time homeowner
• Meet program income, employment, and financial readiness requirements
• Complete required homebuyer education and housing counseling
• Qualify for a mortgage and purchase an eligible home
• Meet all program requirements

Get Started

The first step is to attend an HCV Homeownership Information Session. During the session, you'll learn more about program requirements, the homebuying process, and the resources available to help you prepare for homeownership.

Sign up here: https://forms.office.com/r/1twcZU0s3N