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The sun shines on the fresh-cut lawn of the front of a house with gray and blue siding. Landscaping sits below the two front windows of the house.

CMHA is excited to introduce you to RentCafe, our new HCV Portal. This online hub gives you 24/7 access from a computer or smartphone without needing to visit an office or complete paperwork.

What you can do:

  • Apply for the Housing Choice Voucher waitlist.
  • Upload documents and sign forms on your device.
  • Check your waitlist status and apply to new waitlists when available.
  • Contact CMHA by messaging directly from the portal.

Why it benefits you:

  • It’s available 24/7 — make updates on your time.
  • It’s paperless — upload, sign and submit online.
  • It’s mobile-friendly — works from your smartphone or computer.

To create your account, you’ll need:

  • Your email address
  • Access to your email to receive a registration code

If you already have an account, log in with your email and password that you have registered with previously.

If you need assistance registering for the RentCafe portal, please contact CMHA during business hours at 614-421-6000.