Santa Monica Housing Office - Tenants

Tenants' Rights

Learn more about your rights as a tenant.


Affordable Housing Production Program (AHPP)

Do you live in an AHPP (also known as inclusionary) home? Learn more about the maximum incomes and rents, what's required for annual income certification, and rent increases. 


Leasing Requirements

Beginning October 9, 2020, one-year leases are required in Santa Monica along with other new rules. Visit City Planning to learn more.


Continuum of Care (CoC) Graduate Program

CoC participants who demonstrate that they no longer need the full range of services can apply for a Housing Choice Voucher through their service provider. Talk to your service provider to see if this program is right for you.


Utility Allowance Schedule for current Santa Monica voucher holders:

2025 Utility Allowance Schedule


Tenant Recertification Packet

To verify the tenant's eligibility, income, and family composition for continued participation in the Program.

SMHA Annual Recertification Packet

SMHA Streamline Recertification Packet


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