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Wellspring Housing and the Douglas County Housing Partnership (DCHP) established Unity on Park Street, an inclusive and affordable housing community located at 884 Park Street in Castle Rock. This community offers a welcoming home for people with and without disabilities, creating unity. Residents with I/DD can utilize services and supportive resources to assist with life skills training to promote their independence. Unity on Park is a place where neighbors come together, and connections are built.

To inquire about housing options, please contact DCHP office at (303) 688-5080.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Douglas County Housing Partnership?
  • The Douglas County Housing Partnership (DCHP) is the local housing authority focused on developing affordable housing options. DCHP is responsible for managing Unity on Park Street.
  • DCHP staff oversee all landlord duties, including the interest list and application process, leases, rent, repairs and maintenance, tenant issues related to the lease, and other standard landlord duties.
  • Unity on Park Street welcomes applicants of all abilities. This intentional and affordable housing community provides homes to non-disabled and disabled adults. The applicant must pass a credit history check and a criminal background check.
  • The applicant must also complete the affordable eligibility process, which includes a review of income and assets. Eligibility for housing is based on the standard requirements set by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the Colorado Division of Housing (DOH). Applicants with annual income ranges from $27,390 up to $54,780. Residents must have an annual income of at least two times the rent, or have a housing choice voucher (HCV) may qualify.
  • Leaseholders must be 18 years or older to apply and enter a lease agreement.
  • Please note: Eligibility for services is separate from eligibility for housing.

Wellspring Housing and DCHP will review all applications carefully. The tenant selection plan is very thorough. The DCHP will screen each resident’s credit and criminal background to ensure they meet the program’s qualifications. Wellspring Community handles the vetting process for the Independent Living Program (ILP).

  • As an affordable housing community, rents are limited to the Maximum rent limits set annually by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
  • The monthly rent for a Studio Apartment ranges from $684- $1,826
  • Example: A one-person household can make up to $27,390 per year and qualify for one of the 30% units that cost $684 per month.
  • The monthly rent for a One-bedroom Apartment ranges from $733-$1,957.
  • The rent for each unit is set based on the designated area median income (AMI) percentage of the unit. The rent is not based on the resident’s income.
  • People who need rental assistance are encouraged to apply for The DCHP Rental Assistance Housing Choice Voucher.
  • To learn more, visit the DCHP Website
  • Please note: Eligibility for services is separate from eligibility for housing.
  • People who choose Wellspring Community as their service provider must apply for and complete the intake process for residential services to ensure Wellspring can provide the services and support necessary for the individual to be successful in the independent living environment. Wellspring accepts have either an SLS or DD Waiver through Medicaid or private pay for services.
  • Wellspring residential staff will work closely with residents, families, advocates, and caregivers to develop personalized care plans that align with the resident’s goals and preferences.
  • To be eligible for our Independent Living Program, individuals with a disability must be able to be independent and unsupervised for up to 24 hours.
  • The individual must NOT NEED assistance with the following activities of daily living
    • Getting into/out of bed or a chair
    • Toilet hygiene
    • Bathing or showering
    • Personal hygiene
    • Eating
  • At this time, Wellspring is not providing hands-on care with the above activities of daily living. This may change in the future.
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