Documents Required for the Active Duty Military Application
These are required documents for this property. Please review the list as you are preparing to submit your application.
STEP 1: Complete the MHO Application
*Information is subject to change
Contact the Military Housing Office (MHO) to complete a government housing application. You can request an application online at www.homes.mil/heat. You can also reach the MHO by phone at (360) 396-4399.
Documents needed for the MHO application:
- A copy of your official orders.
- Page 2.
- *Other supporting documentation may be requested as needed.
Please know that if your Move-In Date is more than 30-45 days away, your application is considered advanced, and Hunt Military Communities (HMC) may not receive a referral from the Military Housing Office (MHO) until you are 30 days out from the date listed on your orders to Naval Base Kitsap.
STEP 2: Begin the HMC Application
After your MHO application is approved, you will be added to the waitlist for housing. You will receive confirmation once you are placed on the waitlist. After being added to the waitlist, you will receive a welcome email from Hunt to the email address provided on your application. Click the link provided to continue your application.
THE APPLICATION PORTAL MAY NOT BE SUPPORTED ON GOVERNMENT COMPUTERS OR MOBILE DEVICES. A NON-GOVERNMENT DESKTOP COMPUTER IS RECOMMENDED FOR A SMOOTHER EXPERIENCE.
STEP 3: Gather the Documents Needed & Submit Your HMC Application
- All applicants must provide proof of Assignment Date with Official Orders.
- All applicants must present a current Leave Earning Statement (LES) to confirm current rank.
- If you have pets, you must provide all of the following for each pet:
- Shot records showing breed information
- Pet photo
- Official microchip documentation showing pet's name
- If you are filing the information on behalf of your active-duty spouse, you need a power of attorney (POA).
- If you are dual-military, you must provide orders and a current LES for both members. One family member must be on another's orders; if not, you will need to provide a marriage certificate or Page 2.
- State issued ID for everyone under 18.
STEP 4: Move-In Requirements
Once Hunt approves your application, you will be able to receive an offer for a home. You will receive a notification once your application has been approved.
Documents Required for the All Other Applicants
These are required documents for this property. Please review the list as you are preparing to submit your application.
STEP 1: Gather the Documents Needed for Your HMC Application
- All applicants must show proof of income through a pay stub showing three months of income equal to at least 2x the market rent (not reduced or promotional rent). If applicable, the monthly rent qualifier for a guarantor is 5x the market rent. Please note that an income qualifier is based on gross monthly income (excluding commissions, tips, or child support).
- If military affiliated, proof of Military/DoD affiliation is required.
- If you have pets, you must provide all of the following for each pet:
- Shot records showing breed information
- Pet photo
- Official microchip documentation showing pet's name
- A state-issued ID for every person in the household who is 18 or older.
STEP 2: Complete Your MHO Referral
*Information is subject to change
Contact the Military Housing Office (MHO) to complete a government housing application. You can request an application online at www.homes.mil/heat. You can also reach the MHO by phone at (360) 396-4399.
Documents needed for the MHO application:
- DD-214 Member Copy 4 if retired military or proof of federal employment if DoD, NAF, or DoD Contractor/Subcontractor
- Military affiliation (if applicable), e.g., DoD, Retiree, GoldStar.
- *Other supporting documentation may be requested as needed.
The MHO will issue a referral based on Naval Base Kitsap's occupancy status. Civilians are lower priority on the waitlist.
STEP 3: Complete the HMC Application
After you have completed your MHO referral, you can begin the Hunt Military Communities Application by visiting NavalBaseKitsapFamilyhousing.com, selecting prospective residents, and then application. In the Application Interest Form, choose civilian/non-military for the status and general public for the affiliation. Be sure to select “click here” under the affiliation drop-down box to begin your application. Complete the following items to enter the application portal:
- Download, complete, and sign the screening authorization form for credit and criminal screening. It must be signed by all parties over the age of 18 and submitted in your application.
- Download and review the application rental criteria. Enter your name and email address in the designated fields to access the application portal. You will need to upload this document in your application.
STEP 4: Waitlist Placement and Move-In Requirements
Once both your government housing referral and HMC application are approved, you will be placed on a waitlist for homes that you qualify for until you are offered a home. You will receive confirmation once you are placed on the waitlist.
