New York section 8 Specifically Long Island

[Chris Rogers]

I’m going into contract on my first rental this week. It’s going to be a section 8 rental in Suffolk County Long Island. I’ve ran the numbers up and down and they work well. I’m unsure about a couple of issues that I’m having a tough time getting answers on.

1. What is the story with utilities? I’ve heard that there is only a certain amount that tenets pay? It’s oil heat. Single family home.

2. How long is the process once I apply for section 8 as a landlord?

3. I realize it’s a big ask but if anyone has a lease similar lease that I can take a look at to help write my own it would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks.