Can a Voucher be used to rent from a relative?

June 10, 2025

Section 8 participants cannot rent from their immediate relatives. This includes the participant’s mother, father, sister, brother, grandparents, grandchildren, stepfamily, in‐laws, or any member of his or her household. Participants with disabilities may be eligible for an exception if it is necessary to provide a reasonable accommodation for a family member with a disability.