Thank you for considering our rental programs for your possible future tenancy with us.  Please read the following before completing the application.  If you have any questions, please call our leasing division at (920) 734-5596.

Outagamie CountyHousing Authority

Outagamie County Housing Authority units are funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) or Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) and we, as management, are required to follow the rules and regulations set up by these agencies. Outagamie County Housing Authority has one, two, and three bedroom units in Appleton, Kimberly, Seymour and Hortonville and four bedroom units in Appleton and Kimberly.

Once We Receive Your Application

Once your application is received by Outagamie County Housing, a preliminary check of income is done to determine eligibility. If your application appears to be income-eligible, your application is put on a waiting list. When a vacancy occurs, we call the names on the waiting list according to Program Regulations. Typically our waiting list for one-bedroom apartments are minimal but does vary depending on the type of unit and the community the applicant is applying for.

Screening of Applicants

Outagamie County Housing requires reference checks on all applicants to ensure that the buildings will be cared for, the rent will be paid, and that all tenants will have a peaceful, safe, secure, and sanitary living environment. We check the following information for every applicant (whenever possible):

Amount of Rent

The amount of rent paid for a unit varies according to income. Income includes social security, wages, pensions, child support or alimony, government assistance such as disability or AFDC payments, etc. Property such as real estate, bank accounts, certificates of deposits, etc., are considered as assets and only the interest is included as income. For elderly households, out of pocket medical expenses may be used as a deduction. The tenant will pay 30% of the adjusted monthly income toward rent and utilities.

Security Deposit

A security deposit equal to the first full month’s rent is required at move-in and is refunded at the end of tenancy less charges for damages or unpaid rent.

Governmental Requirements

Each tenant is re-certified at least once a year on the anniversary date of their move-in. The process of verifying income and deductions begins 10-12 weeks ahead of time to allow for the paperwork to be completed. Rent may go up or down according to income changes. Changes in income or family composition must be reported as they occur.

Keeping Your Application Up To Date

You, as the applicant, are responsible for keeping your application up-to-date. If you have a change of address or telephone number, you should notify us by telephone or letter as soon as possible. If you do not notify us of these changes and we are unable to locate you, your application will be removed from our waiting list.

Admission Policy

For more information or to receive a complete copy of our Admission Policy, please do not hesitate to call or write to our office.

Questions 

If you have any questions regarding this application, please contact our Leasing Division at

(920) 734-5596 ext 100.