Portability
Portability
Portability: What is it? It is the process where a family can transfer or “port” their Housing Choice Voucher to anywhere in the United States, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Porting Out
VSHA Section 8 Voucher holders (Mainstream, Housing Choice Voucher, FUP) may port their vouchers if determined eligible AND if the receiving housing authority is absorbing vouchers or have voucher payment standards equal to or less than Vermont State Housing Authority’s. Please see below for voucher payment standards.
| 0 Bedroom | 1 Bedroom | 2 Bedroom | 3 Bedroom | 4 Bedroom |
| $1,280 | $1,476 | $1,936 | $2,491 | $2,567 |
*These voucher payment standards are subject to change*
Porting In
Any portability packets received will be billed to the initial housing authority.
Helpful Links
Income Limits for State of Vermont – FY 2025
Voucher Payment Standards – Effective 01 December 2024. Voucher Payment Standards are the maximum VSHA will pay for a unit; this includes utilities and the listed rent price.
For more information, please contact VSHA’s Portability Specialist:
1 Prospect Street
Montpelier, VT 05602-3556
Email: gro.ahsvnull@ytilibatrop8noitceS
Phone: (802) 828-6442
Fax: (802) 828-2111