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Qualification Questions?

We are really looking forward to welcoming you as one of our newest neighbors, and you probably have a question or two about our income qualifications. We are here to help!

What is a Tax Credit Community?

Tax credit communities offer what is known as ‘workforce housing’ or high-quality homes designed specifically for individuals and families whose income falls within a set percentage of the area’s median income. If your household income sits between our minimum and maximum restrictions, you may qualify to call our community home. The income restrictions are based on the number of people in the household and the size of the apartment home.

Since my income falls within the required guidelines, what documentation do I need to apply?

  • Government-issued ID, SS card, or valid DHS authorization ID and for children: Birth certificate and SS card
  • 4 – 6 current pay stubs
  • Monthly fixed income (must be within 30 days of the application date)
  • 6 months of statements for all checking accounts
  • The most recent statement for all other accounts/assets
Two tables detail The Commons at Ridgecrest Village Qualifications, showing rent amounts, max occupants, and minimum income for 50% and 60% limits, plus max household income by size for each category.

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Before the application fee is accepted, the applicant is hereby advised that the eligibility criteria used in deciding whether to rent to the applicant are based on a review of the application, income (as detailed above) applicant’s consumer credit history, applicants pending criminal accusation or criminal conviction history (as permitted by applicable law, including, without limitation, the Fair Criminal Record Screening for Housing Act of 2016 (DC Code 42-3541.01 et seq.)), rental and eviction history (as permitted by applicable law, including, without limitation, the Eviction Record Sealing Authority and Fairness in Renting Amendment Act of 2022 (DC Code 42-3505.10)) and verification of employment. 

Pricing and availability are subject to change.

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