In January 2025, the Coos-Curry Housing Authority introduced a Shared Housing option under the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) program for the first time in our region. This step was made possible with the encouragement and support of our partners in Curry County, who recognized the importance of bringing new solutions to our housing challenges.
Why this matters
Shared Housing is a flexible option that benefits both tenants and property owners:
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For tenants – It creates more affordable housing choices, especially for seniors, veterans, and single adults.
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For landlords – It reduces vacancy loss and provides reliable rental income backed by the Housing Authority.
How it works
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Landlords can rent out individual rooms in a home, apartment, or shared-living space.
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Each voucher holder has their own lease and pays a portion of the rent based on income.
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The Housing Authority pays the remaining portion directly to the landlord.
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The entire unit (the whole house or apartment) must pass an inspection under HUD’s new NSPIRE standards before it can be approved.
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The lease must be for 12 months.
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Tenants and landlords cannot be related — Shared Housing follows the same federal rules as other HCV rentals.
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Shared Housing does not apply to foster care placements or transitional housing programs — it is intended for permanent housing arrangements.
A community solution
Shared Housing helps us make the most of existing properties while addressing the region’s housing needs. Thanks to collaboration with our partners, especially in Curry County, this option is now available as part of a broader push to create shared housing solutions across the South Coast.
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