WORK FORCE HOUSING OPPORTUNITY SELECTION BY LOTTERY- STUDIO, 1 & 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS

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1 116 East Howard Street, Quincy, MA (MassRelay 711) TheWatsonQuincy.com Informational Sessions: Wednesday May 30, :00 pm & 5:00 pm Lottery Drawing Wednesday, July 25, :00 pm Both events held at: Quincy Town Hall 1305 Hancock Street Quincy, MA APPLICATION DEADLINE JULY 16, 2018 Applications Returned To: The Watson Work Force Housing Lottery P.O. Box Quincy, MA Or To Introducing The Watson, Quincy s newest smoke- free apartment community Opening Fall 2018! Located in West Quincy s historic shipyard, the Watson is conveniently located only 8 miles south of downtown Boston, minutes to MBTA Red Line and 2 miles from Quincy s beaches and recreational amenities. Enjoy fully appointed apartments with wood like plank flooring, designer kitchens, stainless steel appliances and in-home laundry. Some homes offer private patios or balconies. Residents will also enjoy an impressive amenity package programmed with today s on-the-go resident in mind; whether you are a fitness enthusiast, a social butterfly, a dog lover, a grill master or simply love the outdoors. The Watson offers something for everyone. Application Pick-Up Locations Application Period: 5/18/18-7/16/18 Quincy Public Library 40 Washington Street, Quincy, MA Quincy Town Hall 1305 Hancock Street, Quincy, MA Quincy Housing Authority 80 Clay Street, Quincy, MA ONLINE: 6 Studios 51 One Bedroom Apartments 29 Two Bedroom Apartments

2 Income s* Studio Apartment - $1850-$1900 Household Size: Minimum Income Maximum Income 1 person $63,429 $83,050 2 Persons $63,429 $94,820 1 Bedroom Apartment - $1945-$2220 Household Size: Minimum Income Maximum Income 1 person $66,686 $83,050 2 Persons $66,686 $94,820 2 Bedroom Apartment - $2300-$2670 Household Size: Minimum Income Maximum Income 2 Persons $78,857 $94,820 3 Persons $78,857 $106,810 4 Persons $78,857 $118,580 *Median income levels and rents are subject to change based on HUD guidelines (HUD.gov). Please inquire in advance for reasonable accommodation. Information contained herein subject to change without notice. It is unlawful to discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, disability, familial status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran/military status, and receipt of public assistance, ancestry, age, gender identity or other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.

3 Preliminary Lottery RENTAL Application Instructions Please read this notice in full before completing your application. Additional information and applications are available by calling The Watson or at Eligibility Criteria 1. Your total household income and assets must be within the required limits: Include as income: income of all household members 18 years of age and older, include gross income from employment, including overtime, bonuses and commissions; pensions; annuities; dividends; interest on assets; social security; social security supplement; alimony and child support; veterans' benefits; unemployment and disability compensation; welfare assistance; regular gifts; etc.. Include as assets: the current value of all savings, checking and investment accounts (including retirement and educational accounts), real estate, investment property etc. (Do not include automobile(s) and other personal property.) 2. Each applicant must submit a tax return with a completed application. 3. Your household size and composition must be appropriate for the unit size. 4. You must be credit-worthy, have sufficient income to afford the rent. Generally, you should be paying no more than 35% of your gross income to rent. 5. You intend to reside in the development as your primary residence. Application Process 1. You must fill out the application completely and return with most recent tax return or tax transcipt postmarked no later than July 16, 2018 to: The Watson Work Force Housing Lottery P.O. Box Quincy, MA If unsigned or incomplete, your Preliminary Application will be rejected.

4 2. Information provided on this Lottery Application will be treated as confidential. 3. All information provided will be verified. If you have intentionally falsified information, your application will be rejected. 4. Your household can file only one application, and no household member can appear on more than one application. 5. Preliminary Applications will be reviewed as quickly as possible. You will be notified by mail of receipt of your application, your application number, and your eligibility for the rental housing lottery. 6. The lottery consists of a blind selection, utilizing an electronic randomization software. The order in which your application number is randomized, plus your preference category, if any, determines your ranking for a particular unit type. 7. Priority for the accessible units will be for families which require physical accommodations. 8. If your Lottery Rank Application indicates that you have a high likelihood of being offered an apartment, you will be required to attend an interview and complete a Rental application. 9. If you are disabled and require an accessible unit, an extra bedroom for equipment or for a Personal Care Attendant, a reasonable modification of the housing, or a reasonable accommodation of rules, policies, practices or services, please include a letter from your primary health care provider explaining such special requirements. 10. The Lottery will be held on July 25 th, 5 PM at Quincy City Hall, 1305 Hancock Street Applicants are not required to attend the Lottery drawing. 11. For more information please call or by at TheWatson@winnco.com It is unlawful to discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, disability, familial status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran/military status, and receipt of public assistance, ancestry, age, gender identity or other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.

5 CONTACT PREFERENCES Thank you for applying to The Watson. We would like to know your preferred method of communication, so we can share details regarding processes and important updates throughout your application process. Please take a minute to provide your preferences below so we can keep you informed of next steps and exciting happenings at The Watson. Name: Additional Applicants: Please provide information for all acceptable methods of communication: phone: cell: US Mail: text: (circle one) YES NO Signed: Date: Signed: Date: 116 East Howard Street, Quincy, MA (MassRelay 711) TheWatsonQuincy.com

6 RENTAL APPLICATION Date: PERSONAL Present Address Former Address Each applicant 18 and over must file separate application. Entire household should only be listed on one application. Last First M.I. D.O.B. Applicant SS# Street City State Zip Code Street City State Zip Code Own: Date of Current Occupancy From To: Month Year Month Year Rent: Date of Current Occupancy From To: Month Year Month Year Rent: Date of Previous Occupancy From To: Month Year Month Year $ $ $ Monthly Mortgage Payment Monthly Rental Payment Monthly Rental Payment Telephone Number Address Number of Autos Reg. No. of Auto #1 Reg. No. of Auto #2 Do you have any pets? No Yes # of pets Description In Case of Emergency Notify (name) Address Are there any special accommodations that the household will require in order to enjoy equal opportunity to use and enjoy the apartment? (e.g. unit for mobility impaired, unit for visually impaired, unit for hearing impaired, grab bars) Phone Check One: Yes No If yes, you will be asked to complete a Request for Reasonable Accommodation. INCOME & ASSETS Currently employed by Affordable program applicants skip to Supplemental Applicant Questionnaire Occupation Address Length of Employment Supervisor Phone Annual Gross Salary Other Source of Income (i.e., social security, retirement fund, disability, workers compensation, pension, alimony/child support, investments, etc.) Type Amount Type Amount Type Amount Type Amount Former Employer Address Supervisor Occupation Dates of Employment Phone Bank Account - Type Bank Account - Type Other - Type Other - Type APPLICANT S TERMS APPLICANT: PLEASE READ CAREFULLY This application is for Apartment No. or similar type of occupancy on (date) The applicant warrants and represents that all statements herein are true and promises to execute, upon presentation, a lease in the usual form and on the terms and conditions stated therein. The applicant hereby grants permission to carry out necessary credit checks to verity the information contained in the application. Furthermore, applicant understands that an investigative consumer report will be obtained which may include information about personal character and criminal records. Applicant agrees that the information set forth on the application is true and complete, and any misrepresentation on this application will constitute a default under the Lease or Rental Agreement between the parties. The deposit taken with this application is to be applied to the Security Deposit. If the applicant fails to execute a lease, then the deposit shall be retained by the owner as liquidated damages. However, the owner will refund the deposit if the application is rejected. A breach of the above warranty regarding the veracity of any statements made herein releases the owner from all obligations and liabilities arising from either this agreement or a subsequent lease. This application and deposit are taken subject to previous applications and shall be acted upon within 10 days. The rental agent is only authorized to show the apartment for rent and has no authority to make any representations concerning the premises. Deposit with application Dated Agents Signature Applicant s Signature The Property does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, handicap, familial status, gender identity, marital status or national origin. WHITE - LESSOR S COPY YELLOW - LESSEE S COPY