Move-In Qualifications
Move-In Qualifications
About our Program:
Laurel Village provides rent-restricted housing for residents whose income does not exceed the maximum allowable income for their household size. Lauren Village has set asides for households at the 30, 40, and 50% AMI levels; each unit is designated as a specific income set aside. Each vacancy will require a new household to income qualify at the designated set aside amount based on income and household size.
Please note, select 3-bedroom homes at this community require a large household set-aside, meaning the number of occupants in the home must be 4 or more in order to be eligible to lease the unit. Please contact leasing staff prior to submitting an application to determine your eligibility.
The total annual income must be at or below the following income limits depending on number of occupants in the household*:
| Set-aside percentage | 1-person | 2-person | 3-person | 4-person | 5-person | 6-person | 7-person | 8-person |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whatcom County | ||||||||
| 30% | $22,770 | $26,040 | $29,280 | $32,520 | $35,130 | $37,740 | $40,350 | $42,930 |
| 40% | $30,360 | $34,720 | $39,040 | $43,360 | $46,840 | $50,320 | $53,800 | $57,240 |
| 50% | $37,950 | $43,400 | $48,800 | $54,200 | $58,550 | $62,900 | $67,250 | $71,550 |
| Department of Commerce | ||||||||
| 30% | $22,770 | $26,040 | $29,280 | $32,520 | $35,130 | $37,740 | $40,350 | $42,930 |
| 50% | $37,950 | $43,400 | $48,800 | $54,200 | $58,550 | $62,900 | $67,250 | $71,550 |
| City of Bellingham | ||||||||
| 50% | $37,950 | $43,400 | $48,800 | $54,200 | $58,550 | $62,900 | $67,250 | $71,550 |
How to qualify: There are two parts to the application and approval process.
- 1. Screening Application
The screening application includes a credit, criminal, and landlord reference check. Please note that a screening fee of $44 per household member 18 years of age and above will be due at the time of the application and is non-refundable. There is also a $150 refundable holding deposit required at this time.
Before applying, please review our screening criteria on the documents page linked below. - 2. Income & Eligibility Verification
After your screening is approved, you will need to complete income verification to confirm your eligibility for the program. Each household member must provide documentation establishing their eligibility, including, but not limited to:- Proof of income (such as pay stubs or benefit letters)
- Government-issued photo IDs for each adult household member
- Birth certificates for minors
- Student status documentation (if applicable)
Most households made up entirely of full-time students will not qualify, but there are exceptions. Please reach out if you have questions about this rule.
Our compliance team will review your documentation to confirm that your household qualifies. Each year, we will recheck your income to make sure you still meet the programs requirements.
*Income limits reflect Whatcom County data as of April 1, 2025.
Please use the button below to view and submit all required leasing documentation:
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