Yuma City Housing Authority
Yuma, Arizona
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About Yuma City Housing Authority
The Yuma City Housing Authority (PHA Code: AZ035) is situated in Yuma, Yuma County, Arizona. This authority oversees approximately 1,456 assisted housing units, primarily facilitated through Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers. It aims to provide affordable housing opportunities for eligible individuals and families within the region.
Currently, the Yuma City Housing Authority is accepting applications for a range of programs. These include Casa Sierra Vista, Family Unification Program (FUP), Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD), and Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH). For reference, the very low income limit for a family of four in the Yuma, AZ MSA area is $36,300 per year.
Casa Sierra Vista Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This program is designed to provide housing to elderly and disabled individuals. The family's portion of the rent is based on 30% of the total adjusted household income.
Family Unification Program (FUP) Waitlist
Status
open
Additional Notes
Individuals must contact their CPS case worker for eligibility criteria. CPS will refer individuals to the PHA to be placed on their waiting list for evaluation.
View original notice — hacy.orgSection 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applicants are placed on a HUD-regulated list. It is important to update contact information to avoid removal from the list.
View original notice — hacy.orgLow-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Apr 30, 2024
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Preferences for Carver Park Townhomes have not yet been confirmed.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Apr 30, 2024
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The Low Income Housing Tax Credit waiting list for Carver Park Townhomes is open since April 30, 2024, until further notice. Preferences for this waiting list have not yet been confirmed, and the method of applicant placement on the waiting list is unknown.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online, Mail
Additional Notes
The Mesa Heights Project-Based waiting list is currently open with no predetermined closing date.
Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Feb 1, 2025
How to Apply
Online, In-person
Additional Notes
The Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) waiting list is currently open and accepting applications since February 1, 2025.
Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH) Waitlist
Status
open
Additional Notes
Veterans must contact the VA to verify eligibility. Once verified, the VA will refer the individual to the PHA for evaluation.
View original notice — hacy.orgOther Programs
12 programsThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
Not accepting new referrals due to HUD funding as of October 2023.
Not accepting new referrals due to HUD funding as of October 2023.
The Casa Sierra Vista waiting list for Elderly, Section 202 Supportive Housing is currently closed. This program is designed to provide housing for the elderly and disabled.
The Casa Sierra Vista, Elderly, Section 202 Supportive Housing waiting list is closed.
Waiting List is Closed as of January 2024.
This program consists of project-based affordable housing units. Families are contacted for this program from the Section 8 waiting list.
The Housing Authority of the City of Yuma offers a Family Self-Sufficiency Program.
Mainstream Vouchers provide rental assistance specifically for non-elderly persons with disabilities. The program helps individuals transition out of institutional settings or avoid institutionalization by subsidizing housing costs in the private market.
Casa Sierra Vista is designed for elderly and disabled individuals, but specific waiting list status and application details are not available.
Casa Sierra Vista is designed to provide housing for the elderly and disabled. The family's portion of the rent is based on 30% of the total adjusted household income. Waiting list status is not explicitly stated.
These programs include VASH, FUP, and SMI vouchers.
Casa Sierra Vista is designed to provide housing to elderly and disabled individuals.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Yuma City Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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Contact Information
Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at Yuma City Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Yuma City Housing Authority currently has 8 open waiting lists (Casa Sierra Vista, FUP, HCV, LIHTC, PBV, Public Housing, RAD, VASH). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Yuma City Housing Authority, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $36,300/year to qualify in this area. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Apply directly through the official Yuma City Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf. If applying online, take a screenshot of your confirmation page for your records.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Yuma City Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Yuma City Housing Authority manages approximately 1,456 assisted housing units (1,456 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Yuma. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Yuma City Housing Authority
Casa Sierra Vista open
The Casa Sierra Vista program at Yuma City Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Yuma. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
FUP open
The FUP program at Yuma City Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Yuma. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) open
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Yuma City Housing Authority provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for Yuma. This program serves approximately 1,456 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
LIHTC open
The LIHTC program at Yuma City Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Yuma. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher open
Project-Based Vouchers at Yuma City Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Yuma. Unlike the standard Housing Choice Voucher, PBV assistance stays with the property — not with you. However, after one year of occupancy, you may request a standard portable voucher. PBV waitlists often move faster because fewer applicants know about them.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Yuma City Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration open
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Yuma City Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Yuma maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
VASH Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing open
The HUD-VASH program at Yuma City Housing Authority combines Housing Choice Vouchers with VA supportive services for homeless veterans in Yuma. Referrals are made through the local VA Medical Center — contact the VA to begin the application process.
EHV closed
The EHV program at Yuma City Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Yuma. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Emergency Housing Voucher (EHV) closed
The Emergency Housing Voucher (EHV) program at Yuma City Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Yuma. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Senior (Section 202 Supportive Housing) closed
The Other Senior (Section 202 Supportive Housing) program at Yuma City Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Yuma. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Section 202 closed
The Section 202 program at Yuma City Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Yuma. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
TBRA closed
The TBRA program at Yuma City Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Yuma. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Carver Park (Tax Credit) closed
The Carver Park (Tax Credit) program at Yuma City Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Yuma. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) closed
The Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) program at Yuma City Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Yuma. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Yuma City Housing Authority are specifically designated for non-elderly individuals with disabilities. These vouchers work like standard HCVs but are reserved for this population and often have separate, shorter waitlists.
Other closed
The Other program at Yuma City Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Yuma. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (Casa Sierra Vista) closed
The Other (Casa Sierra Vista) program at Yuma City Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Yuma. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Special Voucher Programs closed
The Special Voucher Programs program at Yuma City Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Yuma. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
other closed
The other program at Yuma City Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Yuma. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
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Yuma City Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Yuma City Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Yuma, AZ MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $36,300. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $15,650 | $25,450 | $40,700 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $29,050 | $46,500 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $32,700 | $52,300 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $36,300 | $58,100 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $39,250 | $62,750 |
| 6 Persons | $42,150 | $42,150 | $67,400 |
| 7 Persons | $45,050 | $45,050 | $72,050 |
| 8 Persons | $47,950 | $47,950 | $76,700 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Yuma City Housing Authority — including across state lines.