San Diego County is putting real money behind its Military Appreciation Month message, urging local landlords to rent to veterans with HUD‑VASH vouchers and backing up the ask with cash bonuses and extra protections for property owners.
Enhanced landlord incentives
The county’s enhanced Landlord Incentive Program (LIP) offers landlords up to $2,500 for each unit newly leased to a person experiencing homelessness, along with help covering security deposits, holding fees and access to a landlord assurance fund for damage claims. These incentives are available for a limited time and depend on funding availability, according to the County of San Diego Housing and Community Development Services.
What VASH vouchers mean for landlords
The HUD‑VASH program combines HUD’s Housing Choice Voucher rental assistance with VA case management and supportive services so veterans can secure and keep stable housing. For landlords, that typically means reliable subsidy payments while the VA assigns a case manager who can connect tenants to needed services, according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
Why it matters locally
The county points to the 2023 Regional Task Force on the Homeless point‑in‑time count, which found that about 8.5 percent of people experiencing homelessness in San Diego County reported military service, a number officials say highlights the need for veteran‑focused housing options. Landlords interested in teaming up with the county can fill out the Landlord Interest Form and check out the county’s announcement on X for more details, according to the County of San Diego.
