All applicants, who are selected for a voucher, will need to submit Government-issued ID and Proof of Address.
Government-issued ID
Each applicant must submit a photo or a scan of one of the following documents:
- U.S. or internationally issued passport
- Valid U.S. Permanent Resident Card
- Valid Driver’s license or State ID
Proof of address (must be City of Boston resident)
Valid documentation must be dated within one year of the application. Each applicant must submit a copy of one of the following documents:
- Computer-generated bill (utility, credit card, doctor, hospital, etc.)
- Printed bank statement
- Pre-printed pay stub (*from a period within the last 3 months)
- First-class mail (from a government agency or court)
- Current homeowners, renter's, or motor vehicle insurance policy
- Mortgage, lease, or rental contract
- Transcript or report card from an accredited school
- Motor vehicle registration
- Military Service Records (DD Form 214)
- Letter of Stay or letter confirming client status from an established homeless shelter or homeless services agency
Additional documentation will be required for adults with permanent disabilities. These applicants will need to submit a copy of one of the following documents:
- Medical form from a health professional - please use this template.
- MBTA TAP Card
- Disabled Parking Permanent Placard / Plate
Additional documentation will be required for those who apply as income-qualified residents. Income-eligible applicants will need to submit one of the following documents:
- SSI/SSDI Benefit Verification Letter
- 2023 Medicaid/MassHealth Benefit Letter
- WIC card or letter from the WIC office
- 1040 information for 2023 tax year (page 1 only)