Is it worth running credit check on subsidized tenants?

[Brad Nelson]

Rather, is it worth running a credit check on applicants who are subsidized?

Hello, have a  senior couple in their early 60's who receive subsidized rent and are interested in my available lower unit. 

The program is not Section 8, but uses the same criteria for inspections.  A case manager who assists them in securing housing.

Living in the property next door, I've gotten to know them and their 2 very well trained and obedient dogs.  The guy is forever working on the lawn or yard.  Their landlord will be selling the property.  They don't want to have to leave the street.  And they'd prefer to have less steps to climb, as they currently live in the Up unit. 

They've watched me fixing up the house, which I got a few weeks ago.  For reference sake, the neighborhood would rate about a C+ or B-.  

I read the criteria to be eligible for the rent subsidy. You have to be very poor and/or have medical ailments, which they do, to get it.

They can come up with the security deposit and extra security deposits for each dog.   

My question to the community is  -

Should I even make them pay an additional $60 for background checks when it's already evident they have no credit or bad credit? 

Any other tips on engaging with a case manager would be appreciated as well. 

Thanks!