Text Box: Eligibility Participation guidelines are established by the federal government and include the following standards: The applicant must be at or below very low-income (anticipated annual gross income cannot exceed 50% of the area median income). The proposed rental unit must be within the area Fair Market Rent guidelines. The proposed rental unit must pass the Housing Quality Standards Inspection. The landlord must agree to accept both the HOME TBA Program and a Section 8 lease agreement if the applicant intends to get a Section 8 voucher for that rental unit. Types of Assistance The HOME TBA Program will pay for current or future rent and refundable security deposits. The program cannot pay for rental arrearages. In some instances, an applicant’s income may be low enough to receive a small utility subsidy as well.