residents affected
by the recent fire. As of April 9th, 2026, 25 residents have been placed in new units.
Thank you to everyone who has assisted the JHC community during this time.
Reed Manor Fire Updates/
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Welcome to Jackson Housing Commission
your source for housing solutions. We are dedicated to providing affordable, accessible housing options for individuals and families in need. Our mission is to create a supportive community that fosters stability and growth for all residents. Explore our programs and find the right housing solution for you.
Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program
Section 8
Housing Choice Voucher
Director: Shari Boyce
Ph: 517.201.8100
Fax: 517.201.8331
The Jackson Housing Commission administers 475 Housing Choice Vouchers in Jackson County, allowing approximately 1,160 people and 455 families to utilize HUD subsidy to find suitable housing of the family’s choice in the private rental market.
The Section 8 Waiting list is currently CLOSED. No applications are currently being accepted.
New applications are only accepted once the Waiting List is open. When the Waiting List is open, instructions on how to submit an application are advertised on this website, in the local newspaper and throughout the City. At the end of the application period, JHC conducts a public lottery to determine the applicant’s placement on the Waiting List.
JHC contacts applicants by mail when their lottery numbers are reached. Applicants are then required to attend an orientation, followed by a one-on-one interview, and must submit all required documentation. Waitlist applicants must keep their contact information updated with the Jackson Housing Commission while they are on the waitlist. If an applicant family is not able to be contacted when their lottery number is pulled, they will be removed from the waitlist.