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Applicant Portal

You must already be on a waiting list to register for the applicant portal we are not accepting applications at this time.
You may view the status of your application, and update contact information via the Applicant Portal.
Mailing address (Applicants must change their address via the Applicant Portal. Failure to change your address can result in withdrawal of your application.)
In order to apply for a waiting list, an individual MUST have the following information:

2025 Income Limits

The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, also known as Section 8, assists families with their rent while they reside in privately owned properties in the community. Applicant’s income must not exceed income limits below at the time applicant is selected.

The Project-Based Voucher (PBV) program assists clients with their rent while they reside in a specific unit that is covered by a long-term housing assistance payment contract.

To qualify for these types of subsidized housing, the Head of Household must be 18 years or older and the total household income must not exceed the limits listed below:

Number of
Family Members		 50% of AMI
1 $38,850
2 $44,400
3 $49,950
4 $55,450
5 $59,900
6 $64,350
7 $68,800
8 $73,200

Voucher Size

Bedroom(s) Family Size
1 1-2
2 2-4
3 3-6
4 4-8
5 6-10

The Affordable Housing Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program, participants do not receive rental assistance. Applicants’ monthly income must be 2x the monthly rental rate and not exceed the income limits listed below:

Rent Limits

Bedroom Size 50% of AMI 60% of AMI
1 $1,040 $1,248
2 $1,248 $1,498
3 $1,441 $1,730
4 $1,608 $1,930

Income Limits

Number of
Family Members		 50% of AMI 60% of AMI
1 $38,850 $46,620
2 $44,400 $53,280
3 $49,950 $59,940
4 $55,450 $66,540
5 $59,900 $71,880
6 $64,350 $77,220
7 $68,800 $82,560
8 $73,200 $87,840

Closed Waiting Lists

Applications for waiting lists may be discontinued at any time if the program reaches capacity.