Eligibility Checklist

To apply for affordable housing with Dartmouth Housing, please ensure you qualify using the following checklist:

  • The Primary Applicant must be 18 years of age or older
  • Your household income from all sources must be within the minimum and maximum limits (including children 18 years of age or older)
    • Apartment (1 BRM): Min = $19,000/year and Max = $47,000/year
    • Apartment (2 BRM): Min = $22,000/year and Max = $60,000/year
    • Apartment (3 BRM): Min = $24,000/year and Max = $67,500/year
    • Apartment (4 BRM): Min = $24,000/year and Max = $77,000/year
  • Must be able to provide the most current Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) Notice of Assessment for income verification for household members 18 years of age or older
  • Must not have ownership in any Real Estate (Residential/Commercial)
  • All rental balances owing from any landlord must be paid in full
  • Must provide proof of student status for children age 18 to 24 who are full-time students
  • Must not own a pet. Units do not accommodate pets
  • Must be able to open an account with NS Power and Halifax Water in the leaseholder(s) name
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