Other Programs

Family Self-Sufficiency Program

The Section 8 Family Self-Sufficiency Program functions in part through partnerships within the community and serves to assist participants in becoming financially independent. This program offers support and incentives to qualified families who are already participating in the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program and are seeking economic independence. The program is structured over a period of five years. The head of household signs a contract outlining his or her commitment to self-sufficiency and the goals to accomplish this. The program features a formal application process, consistent follow-up, and the development of an interest bearing escrow account where a percentage of additional earned income is deposited. The escrow account is distributed upon completion of the contract. DCHA encourages qualified participants to pursue home ownership and many program graduates use their escrow accounts for down payments on a home of their own. In order to help participants realize all of their goals, DCHA develops a wide array of partnerships with outside agencies to provide the supportive services each family requires in order to become self-sufficient. Please contact Ui Pendergrass at 801-939-9185 for more information about this program.

Down Payment Assistance for First Time Home Buyers

Clearfield City

Limited $3,000 grants are available to assist with the down payment and closing costs for first time home buyers purchasing homes in Clearfield City.  Qualified applicants must complete an approved home buyer education class and provide a minimum of $1,000 toward the purchase of a single family detached home.  Home purchase price cannot exceed $150,000.

More information about this program can be viewed or downloaded in the attachment below. Please contact Mary Swanstrom at 801-939-9198 or dchamswanstrom@xmission.com for additional information and availability of funds.

Davis County (not available in Clearfield, Layton, Fruit Heights or South Weber)

$5,000 grants to assist with down payment and closing costs are now available on a first-come, first-served basis for qualified applicants. Buyers must have completed a HUD approved home buyer education class at the time of application and provide a minimum of $1,500 of their own funds toward the purchase of a single family home in an eligible city. Purchase price cannot exceed $200,000.

More information about this program can be viewed or downloaded in the attachment below, or by contacting Mary Swanstrom at 801-939-9198 or dchamswanstrom@xmission.com.

TANF Homeless Prevention Program

Eligible families with children who have experienced a recent financial hardship and are homeless or at imminent risk of becoming homeless may qualify for one-time rent assistance. Please contact Mary Swanstrom at 801-939-9198 for more information about this program.

Housing Opportunities for Persons With AIDS (HOPWA)

Qualifying heads of household with AIDS can receive monthly rental assistance that may eventually transition to permanent Section 8 subsidized housing. Rent must be approved by DCHA and the unit must pass a housing quality standard (HQS) inspection. Families are provided with access to additional supportive services. Please contact Mary Swanstrom at 801-939-9198 or dchamswanstrom@xmission.com for more information about this program.