LANDLORDS

In the Section 8 program, KCDC works with landlords within Knoxville/Knox County to provide choice-based, affordable housing to low-income families.

Benefits For Landlords:

  • Guaranteed subsidy portion of rent deposited directly to selected bank account on the first working day of each month
  • Lower vacancy rates
  • Criminal background checks on applicants
  • Inspections on units to identify possible problems

To learn how to become a Section 8 landlord, contact the Section 8 department today at [email protected].

Check the status of your HAP payments
KCDC participant portal

MORE INFORMATION FOR LANDLORDS

Landlord Briefing
List your property with KCDC
Lead Based Paint Brochure for Landlords
Protect Your Family From Lead in Your Home
Guidelines for Evaluations and Control of Lead-Based Paint Hazards in Housing_2012
Interested Owner’s Packet
Tenant/owner Inspection Checklist
KCDC HQS (Housing Quality Standards) Information
Top 10 HQS Fails
Protecting Tenants at Foreclosure Act - Guidance on New Tenant Protection
Section 8 HC Unit Quality Rating Tool
Utility Allowances
Self-Certification Process
Maintenance Checklist
City of Knoxville Lead Safe and Healthy Homes Lead Grant Landlord Brochure
City of Knoxville Lead Safe and Healthy Homes Lead Grant Tenant Brochure
eMIMS Mobile

FORMS

Section 8 Direct Deposit Setup Packet
Section 8 Landlord Change of Address