How does the Section 8 program determine how many bedrooms my family qualifies for?
The bedroom size you are issued is based on the number of family members and family composition. The Occupancy Standards provide for a minimum commitment of subsidy while avoiding overcrowding. For example, a one bedroom unit would be issued to (1) a single individual, (2) a single parent with one child under 3 years of age, (3) a couple with no children, (4) a pregnant woman with no other children; a two bedroom unit would be be issued to (1) a couple with one or two children (depending upon the age and sex of the children), (2) a single individual with a live-in aide, (3) a single parent with one child three years of age or older, (4) a couple with no children who require separate sleeping accommodations; (5) adults of different generations; a three bedroom unit would be issued to a couple with two, three or four children (depending upon the age and sex of the children).