Low Income (LIHTC)

Shire

KEMET ROAD/BERKLEY AVENUE, Chesapeake City, VA, 23325

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About This Property

Shire is a 40-unit affordable housing community in Chesapeake City, Virginia that has been in service since 2016. The property includes 28 two-bedroom units and 12 three-bedroom units designed to serve families with low incomes. Financing for this development includes HOME funding and 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits.

Property Details

Total Units

2 Bedroom

3 Bedroom

Income Limits - Chesapeake County, VA

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $17,750
Very Low (50%): $29,600
Low (80%): $47,350

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $20,300
Very Low (50%): $33,800
Low (80%): $54,100

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $22,850
Very Low (50%): $38,050
Low (80%): $60,850

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $42,250
Low (80%): $67,600

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $45,650
Low (80%): $73,050

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $49,050
Low (80%): $78,450

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $52,400
Low (80%): $83,850

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $55,800
Low (80%): $89,250

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$17,750	$29,600	$47,350
2 Persons	$20,300	$33,800	$54,100
3 Persons	$22,850	$38,050	$60,850
4 Persons	$26,500	$42,250	$67,600
5 Persons	$31,040	$45,650	$73,050
6 Persons	$35,580	$49,050	$78,450
7 Persons	$40,120	$52,400	$83,850
8 Persons	$44,660	$55,800	$89,250

Tax Credit Program Details

Year Placed in Service

2016

LIHTC Credit Type

Low-Income Units

40 / 40

Target Population

Families

Funding Programs

HOME

Designations

Difficult Development Area

Frequently Asked Questions

What size apartments are available at Shire?+

Shire offers the following unit types: 28 Two-Bedroom, 12 Three-Bedroom units, for a total of 40 units.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Chesapeake County, VA?+

For a 4-person household in Chesapeake County, VA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $42,250, Low Income (80% AMI): $67,600. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

How do I apply for housing at Shire?+

Shire is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , or contacting the property management office. Contact the property to learn about availability and application requirements. Eligibility is based on income limits set for the area.

Who is eligible to live at Shire?+

Shire primarily serves families. All applicants must also meet income eligibility requirements for the area. Contact the property for specific eligibility criteria.

Who manages Shire?+

Shire is managed by . You can reach them at .

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