How to Obtain Housing Assistance

The Massachusetts Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) provides a reference guide (how-to-obtain-housing-assistance) for Massachusetts residents seeking information on housing for low and moderate income families and individuals.

You may now apply for the Alternative Housing Voucher Program (AHVP) and State-Aided Public Housing online! Please visit https://www.mass.gov/champ to apply online.

You can also download the Common Housing Application for Massachusetts Public Housing (CHAMP) – Application for State-Aided Public Housing as a PDF and print, complete and mail the form. Download the PDF

Visit the DHCD site for additional Public Housing Documentation