City of Fairfield
Fairfield, California
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About City of Fairfield
City of Fairfield (HUD agency code CA065) is the public housing agency serving Fairfield, Solano County, California. It administers 914 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 9 waiting lists at this agency, covering HCV, Mainstream, Other, PBV, Public Housing, RAD, TBRA. As of Mar 15, 2026, all 9 tracked lists are closed to new applications.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Vallejo, CA MSA. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $68,700 per year, and as Low Income at or below $109,900 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 10 status changes at this agency, most recently on Aug 1, 2026.
Other Programs
7 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.
The waiting list had preferences for those terminated from assistance due to lack of funding, persons who live, work, or attend school locally, the elderly, persons with disabilities, working/employed, and veterans.
No specific application details or preferences found for this closed waitlist.
The Tenant-Based Rental Assistance waiting list is currently closed and was last open in August 2018. This waiting list had preferences for those terminated from assistance due to lack of funding, persons who live, work, or attend school locally, the elderly, persons with disabilities, working/employed, and veterans.
The Project-Based Voucher waiting list for Laurel Gardens had preferences for the homeless, those in substandard housing, and those displaced by government action.
Applicants are required to provide government-issued photo ID for those 18+, Social Security cards for all, birth certificates for all, proof of education enrollment, and income verification. Residents must agree to annual home inspections and head of household must maintain utilities. Prior residents must have paid any balances owed to FAHA. A smoke-free policy is in effect.
No specific application details or preferences found for this closed waitlist.
The waiting list had preferences for those terminated from assistance due to lack of funding, persons who live, work, or attend school locally, the elderly, persons with disabilities, working/employed, and veterans.
The Tenant Based Rental Assistance waiting list was last open in August 2018. Preferences included those terminated from assistance due to lack of funding, local residents/workers/students, elderly, persons with disabilities, working/employed, and veterans.
The Tenant-Based Rental Assistance waiting list was last open in August 2018.
Status History
Deadline: Mar 6, 2026
Deadline: Mar 6, 2026
Official Application
Contact City of Fairfield directly to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
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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 City of Fairfield
Check Current Status
All 9 waiting lists at City of Fairfield are currently closed. Lists typically open with short notice — sometimes as little as 48 hours. The status at the top of this page is updated nightly.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at City of Fairfield, 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 $68,700/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
Contact City of Fairfield directly at to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at City of Fairfield, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. City of Fairfield manages approximately 914 assisted housing units (914 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Fairfield. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at City of Fairfield
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at City of Fairfield 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 Fairfield. This program serves approximately 914 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at City of Fairfield 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 Other Programs closed
The Other Programs program at City of Fairfield provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Fairfield. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at City of Fairfield are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Fairfield. 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 closed
Public Housing units at City of Fairfield 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 (RAD) closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at City of Fairfield converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Fairfield maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
TBRA Tenant-Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) closed
The Tenant-Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) program at City of Fairfield provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Fairfield. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
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City of Fairfield Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the City of Fairfield are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Vallejo, CA MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $68,700. 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 |
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| 1 Person | $28,850 | $48,100 | $76,950 |
| 2 Persons | $33,000 | $54,950 | $87,950 |
| 3 Persons | $37,100 | $61,850 | $98,950 |
| 4 Persons | $41,200 | $68,700 | $109,900 |
| 5 Persons | $44,500 | $74,200 | $118,700 |
| 6 Persons | $47,800 | $79,700 | $127,500 |
| 7 Persons | $51,100 | $85,200 | $136,300 |
| 8 Persons | $54,400 | $90,700 | $145,100 |
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 City of Fairfield — including across state lines.