HOUSING CHOICE VOUCHER EXTENSION REQUEST
VoucherMatch template — reviewed September 29, 2026

Before sending: replace brackets and delete these instructions. Follow your
housing agency's submission process and deadline. Include only true details.
Keep a dated copy and ask for a written decision. A request alone does not
extend the voucher. Use the agency's required form if it has one.
Guide: https://vouchermatch.com/resources/caseworkers

[Date]
[Housing authority and leasing specialist]
[Submission address or email]

Re: Request to extend Housing Choice Voucher search term
Head of household: [Name]
Client or voucher reference: [Reference requested by agency]
Current expiration date: [Date]

I request an extension of [number] days, through [date], to find a suitable
rental unit. My search has been delayed because [specific facts and dates].

Since [date], I have contacted [number] owners or agents, viewed [number]
units and submitted [number] rental applications. [Describe any submitted
Request for Tenancy Approval and its submission date and outcome.]

I have attached [search log and relevant supporting documents]. My next
steps are [specific planned contacts, viewings or tenancy proposal].

Please confirm receipt, let me know if additional information is needed,
and provide your decision and any new voucher expiration date in writing.

Sincerely,
[Signature and printed name]
[Phone or email]
[Authorized caseworker contact, if desired]

Attachments: [List only documents actually included]