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Rental Criteria


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How to Apply at The Village at Chesapeake

The Village at Chesapeake is an income-restricted Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) community in Washington, DC. Applicants must meet applicable household income limits and the community's Resident Selection Criteria.

Before You Apply

Qualification for The Village at Chesapeake includes two important parts: meeting the applicable LIHTC income requirements and meeting the community's standard rental screening criteria.

Income Eligibility
Household income must fall within the applicable LIHTC income limits. Household composition and income will be verified as part of the application process.

Rental Screening
Applicants must also meet the community's Resident Selection Criteria, including applicable rental screening and ability-to-pay requirements.

Important: Meeting the LIHTC income limits does not by itself guarantee approval. Applicants must also satisfy the community's Resident Selection Criteria and other applicable program requirements.

Help Us Process Your Application

A completed application and all required documentation must be submitted before your application can be processed. Missing information or documents may delay the review of your application.

Not sure if you qualify or what documents you need? Use the chat box on this website for help understanding qualification requirements and application questions before submitting your application.

Income Guidelines at 60% AMI

Total household income before taxes must fall within the limits below. These amounts represent the maximum income allowed to qualify for the program.

Household Size Maximum Income Limit
1 Person $69,780
2 People $79,740
3 People $89,700
4 People $99,660
5 People $107,640
6 People $115,620

Income limits are based on current program guidelines and are subject to change.

Minimum Income Requirement: Applicants may be required to demonstrate sufficient income to meet rental obligations, consistent with the community's Resident Selection Criteria.

Application Criteria

  • Meet applicable income and program requirements
  • Provide complete and accurate application information
  • Submit all required documentation
  • Meet the community's screening criteria
  • Apartment availability is subject to change

Contact the leasing office for the full Resident Selection Criteria.

What You'll Need

Complete the application in full and provide all required documentation.

  • Government-issued photo identification
  • Social Security card or birth certificate
  • Recent proof of income
  • Recent bank statements, if applicable

Application Fees

Application Fee:
$50

Holding Deposit, if applicable:
$100

Additional documents may be requested during the application review process.

Housing Choice Vouchers & Rental Assistance

Housing Choice Vouchers and other lawful forms of rental assistance are welcome. Applicants must still meet applicable program requirements and the community's Resident Selection Criteria.

Download an Application

Download and complete the application in full before submitting it with all required documentation to the leasing office.

Download Application PDF

Submit Your Application

Submit your completed application and all required documents using one of the methods below.

In Person:
820 Southern Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20032
Email:
Chesapeake@vestacorp.com
Mail:
820 Southern Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20032

Applications cannot be fully processed until the completed application and required documentation have been received. The leasing office will contact you if additional information is needed.

Not sure if you qualify?

Use the chat box on this website for help understanding income requirements, rental qualifications, and the application process.