Affordable Housing Program

HOS Affordable Housing Program serves individuals whose income is between 30%-50% of the Area Median Income for McHenry County. Click here to view the income qualifications for your household size. (The 30% Area Median Income is the middle row titled, “Very Low Income Limits.)

Residents must be able to take care of the interior of the unit as well as maintain the yard and snow removal (depending on location). Tenants must also demonstrate the ability to afford rent and utilities through verifiable income. A resident’s rent is determined by housing unit size and income. Reasonable rents allow families to manage their monthly budgets while getting to experience a new sense of self-reliance. The objective for residents is to gain the ability to afford market-rate rent.

Families in the HOS affordable housing units will receive a case manager to work on self-sufficiency. Case management services offered include assistance with community resources, budgeting, parenting, health, employment, and education. HOS owns and maintains a total of 28 properties scattered across McHenry County, a mix of 1, 2, & 3-bedroom units.

Criteria for Program

• Individuals and families with an area median income between 30%-50%
• Consistent income from employment, child support, SSI, and/or SSDI or other
  verifiable income
• Criminal history will be evaluated on an individual basis
• Section 8 Housing Vouchers can be accepted for these properties.