Emerald Development and Economic Network
Cleveland, Ohio
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About Emerald Development and Economic Network
Emerald Development and Economic Network (EDEN), located in Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Ohio (PHA Code: OH882), manages approximately 370 assisted housing units, primarily through Housing Choice Vouchers.
EDEN has managed a range of programs designed to assist residents, including Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), HUD 811 and 202/8 Supportive Housing, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Rapid Re-Housing, and Re-Entry Housing Assistance. All waiting lists for these and other EDEN housing programs are currently closed. For future reference, the Very Low Income limit for a family of four in the Cleveland, OH HUD Metro FMR Area is $49,700 per year.
Other Programs
26 programsThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
The wait list for applications is currently closed due to high demand. EDEN will announce when it re-opens.
Unavailable at this time. This will be updated once resources are available. Visit www.NEOrenthelp.org or 211 for available programs.
The wait list for applications is currently closed due to high demand. EDEN will announce when it re-opens. Household pays 40% of their gross adjusted monthly income towards rent & utilities. Head of the household or a child must have a documented mental health disability AND The member of the household with the disability must be linked with case management services through a contract mental health agency of the ADAMHS board.
The wait list for applications is currently closed. EDEN will publicly announce when it re-opens.
The waitlists for these 1- to 3-bedroom units are currently closed. Applicants must be families with at least two members for multi-bedroom units.
The waitlist for HUD 811 and 202/8 properties, which offer 1- to 3-bedroom units for families of at least two for multi-bedroom units, is currently closed.
The wait lists for applications are currently closed. EDEN will publicly announce when a wait list re-opens.
The wait list for applications is currently closed due to high demand. EDEN will announce when it re-opens.
Household pays 30% of their gross adjusted monthly income towards rent & utilities. Household must meet Federal very low-income limits AND Head of household must be homeless, chronically homeless, or meet the definition of DedicatedPLUS AND Head of household must have a documented disability AND Head of household should be linked to a social service agency.
The wait list for applications is currently closed. EDEN will publicly announce when it re-opens.
A waitlist for multi-family units for people with disabilities was open from March 6, 2025, to March 7, 2025. Applicants must be low-income and disabled, with a doctor's confirmation.
Eligibility requires meeting federal very low-income limits and a household member with a documented mental health disability linked to an ADAMHS board contract mental health agency. Applications are primarily by referral from partner agencies.
The majority of referrals for EDEN's programs come from approved agencies and systems; most programs do not accept applications directly from the public. Applicants cannot self-refer except when waiting lists are open. EDEN manages various supportive housing complexes and scattered-site housing u...
Wait lists for EDEN's other programs, including HUD 811 and 202/8 properties, are currently closed. Most programs require referrals from approved agencies, and direct applications are generally not accepted unless a waitlist is open.
EDEN's other housing programs, including HUD 811 and 202/8 properties (1-3 bedroom units for families of at least two members, household pays 30% of income), supportive housing, and time-limited/arrears rental assistance, currently have closed waiting lists due to high demand. EDEN will publicly ...
Most of EDEN's other housing programs, including HUD 811 and 202/8 properties, do not accept direct public applications and instead rely on referrals from approved agencies and systems.
These properties include 1- to 3-bedroom units, and applicants for multi-bedroom units must be families of at least two members. Households pay 30% of their gross adjusted monthly income towards rent and utilities; applications are primarily by referral from partner agencies.
This refers to HUD Multi-Family Properties (HUD 811 and 202/8) managed by EDEN. Applicants must be families consisting of at least two members for multi-bedroom units.
This time-limited (12 months) emergency housing assistance for individuals or families experiencing homelessness involves housing location services provided by EDEN and referrals through Coordinated Intake.
Household pays up to 30% of their gross adjusted monthly income towards rent & utilities. Applicant must have been incarcerated (each program has differing requirements) AND Applicant must have a documented disability AND Applicant must be homeless upon release from prison.
Household pays 30% of their gross adjusted monthly income towards rent & utilities. Tenant must meet Federal very low-income limits AND Tenant must be homeless, chronically homeless, or meet the definition of DedicatedPLUS AND Tenant must have a documented disability.
These long-term subsidy programs in Northeast Ohio, primarily Cuyahoga County, require a household member to have a documented disability, with the household paying 30-40% of their adjusted monthly income.
Waitlists for HUD 811 and 202/8 properties are currently closed. Most referrals must come through approved agencies and systems like Coordinated Entry, as direct applications are generally not accepted unless a waitlist is open. These programs serve individuals and families, often with disabilities, with specific eligibility criteria varying by program; families for multi-bedroom units in HUD 811 and 202/8 properties must have at least two members.
Most programs require referrals from approved agencies; applicants for multi-bedroom units must be families of at least two members.
Tenant pays 30% of their gross adjusted monthly income towards rent & utilities. Tenant must meet Federal very low-income limits AND Tenant must be homeless, chronically homeless, or meet the definition of DedicatedPLUS AND Tenant must have a documented disability.
A waitlist for a small number of multi-family housing units (two-bedroom in Cleveland Heights and three-bedroom on Cleveland's West Side) opened briefly in March 2025 for low-income and disabled households, with applicants placed on the waitlist in order of receipt.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Emerald Development and Economic Network portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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Contact Information
Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at Emerald Development and Economic Network
Check Current Status
All 26 waiting lists at Emerald Development and Economic Network are currently closed. Lists typically open with short notice — sometimes as little as 48 hours. The status at the top of this page is updated nightly.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Emerald Development and Economic Network, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $49,700/year to qualify in this area. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Apply directly through the official Emerald Development and Economic Network portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf. If applying online, take a screenshot of your confirmation page for your records.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Emerald Development and Economic Network, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Emerald Development and Economic Network manages approximately 370 assisted housing units (370 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Cleveland. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Emerald Development and Economic Network
EDEN-Owned Scattered Site Housing closed
The EDEN-Owned Scattered Site Housing program at Emerald Development and Economic Network provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Cleveland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Eviction Prevention Services closed
The Eviction Prevention Services program at Emerald Development and Economic Network provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Cleveland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HAP closed
The HAP program at Emerald Development and Economic Network provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Cleveland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Emerald Development and Economic Network provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for Cleveland. This program serves approximately 370 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
HUD 811 and 202/8 Supportive Housing closed
The HUD 811 and 202/8 Supportive Housing program at Emerald Development and Economic Network provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Cleveland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HUD 811 and 202/8 properties closed
The HUD 811 and 202/8 properties program at Emerald Development and Economic Network provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Cleveland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HUD Multi-Family Properties closed
The HUD Multi-Family Properties program at Emerald Development and Economic Network provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Cleveland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Housing Assistance Program (HAP) closed
The Housing Assistance Program (HAP) program at Emerald Development and Economic Network provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Cleveland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Long-Term Supportive Housing Subsidy Programs closed
The Long-Term Supportive Housing Subsidy Programs program at Emerald Development and Economic Network provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Cleveland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Emerald Development and Economic Network are specifically designated for non-elderly individuals with disabilities. These vouchers work like standard HCVs but are reserved for this population and often have separate, shorter waitlists.
Multi-family units for people with disabilities closed
The Multi-family units for people with disabilities program at Emerald Development and Economic Network provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Cleveland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other closed
The Other program at Emerald Development and Economic Network provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Cleveland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (General EDEN Programs/Referral Based) closed
The Other (General EDEN Programs/Referral Based) program at Emerald Development and Economic Network provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Cleveland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Housing Programs closed
The Other Housing Programs program at Emerald Development and Economic Network provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Cleveland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Programs closed
The Other Programs program at Emerald Development and Economic Network provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Cleveland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Supportive Housing closed
The Other Supportive Housing program at Emerald Development and Economic Network provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Cleveland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Emerald Development and Economic Network are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Cleveland. Unlike the standard Housing Choice Voucher, PBV assistance stays with the property — not with you. However, after one year of occupancy, you may request a standard portable voucher. PBV waitlists often move faster because fewer applicants know about them.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Emerald Development and Economic Network are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Rapid Re-Housing closed
The Rapid Re-Housing program at Emerald Development and Economic Network provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Cleveland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Re-Entry Housing Assistance closed
The Re-Entry Housing Assistance program at Emerald Development and Economic Network provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Cleveland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Sponsor-Based Rental Assistance (SRA) closed
The Sponsor-Based Rental Assistance (SRA) program at Emerald Development and Economic Network provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Cleveland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Supportive Housing closed
The Supportive Housing program at Emerald Development and Economic Network provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Cleveland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Supportive Housing (HUD 811 and 202/8) closed
The Supportive Housing (HUD 811 and 202/8) program at Emerald Development and Economic Network provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Cleveland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Supportive Housing (HUD 811/202/8) closed
The Supportive Housing (HUD 811/202/8) program at Emerald Development and Economic Network provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Cleveland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Supportive Housing - EDEN Properties closed
The Supportive Housing - EDEN Properties program at Emerald Development and Economic Network provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Cleveland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
other closed
The other program at Emerald Development and Economic Network provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Cleveland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Emerald Development and Economic Network?
Emerald Development and Economic Network Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Emerald Development and Economic Network are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Cleveland, OH HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $49,700. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
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| 1 Person | $20,900 | $34,800 | $55,650 |
| 2 Persons | $23,850 | $39,800 | $63,600 |
| 3 Persons | $26,850 | $44,750 | $71,550 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $49,700 | $79,500 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $53,700 | $85,900 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $57,700 | $92,250 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $61,650 | $98,600 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $65,650 | $104,950 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Emerald Development and Economic Network — including across state lines.