Rent and Utilities
Low Rent Public Housing program
How do I qualify?
The Brookfield Housing Authority assists low-income residents through the Low Rent Public Housing program. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) sets the annual eligibility guidelines. The program is based on tenant income and how many family members are to be housed. Tenants make monthly contributions toward rent equal to approximately 30% of their annual gross (before tax) income. The Brookfield Housing Authority establishes a minimum rent of $50. This program is intended to give residents a place to belong while they get on their feet again.
Click here for the fillable Application Form
Eligibility and Income Calculation
Rent is based on your adjusted gross income. Listed on the chart below are the maximum income limits per household size. If your annual gross (before tax) income is under the amount shown for your family size, you may qualify for our program.
| 1 Person | $37,300 | 5 Person | $57,550 |
| 2 Person | $42,600 | 6 Person | $61,800 |
| 3 Person | $47,950 | 7 Person | $66,050 |
| 4 Person | $53,250 | 8 Person | $70,300 |
Rent is approximately 30% of your adjusted gross income. Adjusted income is gross income minus deductions for the following:
Elderly and disabled families: Medical expenses over 3% of the gross income plus deductions for being over 62 or handicapped/disabled.
Families under 62: A dependent allowance for each child under 18 and childcare expenses paid by the family.
A $100 security deposit per bedroom is required.
A 30-day notice must be given for move-outs.
Utilities
A utility allowance is also included in the rent amount because our tenants are responsible for the electric and gas charges. This amount is based on the size of the unit you move into.
All tenants are responsible for turning the electric and gas on in their name before moving into any apartment. Ameren UE supplies electric services in Brookfield. They no longer have a local office, so arrangements for electric service will have to be made by telephone. Their number is 1-800-552-7583. When you call, you will need your social security number, the address you are moving to, and a telephone number. Liberty Utilities provides the gas service. Their telephone number is 1-800-424-0427. These utility companies usually require 2-3 days notice to have the utilities turned on. Water and Sewer charges are paid for by the Housing Authority. Your hot water heater will be turned up once we have verified that the electric and gas have been transferred into your name. When lease papers are signed, a confirmation number and/or account number for your utilities are required.
For those that do not qualify for the income based rent, the following are the Flat Rate Rents for 2018 (You must still meet the low-income requirements to qualify for housing):
| Efficiency | $409 | Two Bedroom | $355 |
| One Bedroom | $409 | Three Bedroom | $417 |
| Conversion | $409 | Four Bedroom | $495 |