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The chance to enroll on the waiting list started early this morning and will run through 5 p.m. at Metro Park.
The Jacksonville Housing Authority is selecting the Section 8 waiting list through a lottery program.
All applications must be done in person at the Metro Park location today before 5 p.m.
It could take up to three years for a subsidized unit to become available.
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I am in dier need of a place of my own I am 23 trying to finish school I have 2 sons one 5 the other 7mths and with a girl due on 8/3/13 we need a place fast I live in charleston sc and help is hard to come by. I need a home for my kids to not end up homeless please help me.
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I suggest contacting your local housing authority, social services, and shelters.
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