Community Development Corporation of National City
National City, California
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About Community Development Corporation of National City
The Community Development Corporation of National City, located in National City, San Diego County, California, is a housing authority managing approximately 1,131 Section 8 housing vouchers. These vouchers provide rental assistance to eligible low-income individuals and families within the area.
The authority has administered various housing programs, including Affordable Housing (Union Tower), Emergency Housing Vouchers (EHV), Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), and Project-Based Vouchers (PBV). While other programs such as Mainstream, Public Housing, and RAD may also be within their scope, all waiting lists for housing assistance at the Community Development Corporation of National City are currently closed. This includes recent transitions of both the HCV and PBV waiting lists from an open to a closed status.
For applicants, the very low-income limit for a family of four in the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA MSA area is $82,700 per year.
Other Programs
8 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.
Applications for the Union Tower, a 94-unit affordable apartment complex, were open until March 13, 2026. This project prioritizes National City residents and homeless veterans, with residents chosen through a lottery process.
All 32 Emergency Housing Vouchers received by the National City Housing Authority have been leased up, and they are not currently accepting new Emergency Housing Vouchers. Referrals for housing can be obtained by calling 2-1-1 San Diego.
The National City Housing Authority is not accepting Emergency Housing Vouchers at this time as all 32 received have been leased up.
The waiting list is closed due to insufficient federal funding, and new families are not anticipated to be selected in the near future. Preferences include local residency, disabled individuals, and seniors (62+); applicants must meet extremely low and very low-income standards.
This program was for the Union Tower, a 94-unit apartment complex prioritizing National City residents (70 units) and local unhoused veterans. Eligible households must make 30% to 60% of the area median income. Selection was through a lottery process.
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.
Public Housing provides affordable rental units owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Units range from single-family homes to high-rise apartments, with rent typically set at 30% of household income.
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance, allowing housing authorities to leverage private funding for property rehabilitation while preserving long-term affordability for residents.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Community Development Corporation of National City directly at (619) 336-4254 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING
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 Community Development Corporation of National City
Check Current Status
All 5 waiting lists at Community Development Corporation of National City 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 Community Development Corporation of National City, 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 $82,700/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 Community Development Corporation of National City directly at (619) 336-4254 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 Community Development Corporation of National City, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Community Development Corporation of National City manages approximately 1,131 assisted housing units (1,131 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in National City. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Community Development Corporation of National City
Affordable Housing (Union Tower) closed
The Affordable Housing (Union Tower) program at Community Development Corporation of National City provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in National City. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Emergency Housing Vouchers closed
The Emergency Housing Vouchers program at Community Development Corporation of National City provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in National City. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Emergency Housing Vouchers (EHV) closed
The Emergency Housing Vouchers (EHV) program at Community Development Corporation of National City provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in National City. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Community Development Corporation of National City 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 National City. This program serves approximately 1,131 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Community Development Corporation of National City are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in National City. 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.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Community Development Corporation of National City 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.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Community Development Corporation of National City 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 closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Community Development Corporation of National City converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in National City maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Community Development Corporation of National City Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Community Development Corporation of National City are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $82,700. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $34,750 | $57,900 | $92,700 |
| 2 Persons | $39,700 | $66,150 | $105,950 |
| 3 Persons | $44,650 | $74,450 | $119,200 |
| 4 Persons | $49,600 | $82,700 | $132,400 |
| 5 Persons | $53,600 | $89,350 | $143,000 |
| 6 Persons | $57,550 | $95,950 | $153,600 |
| 7 Persons | $61,550 | $102,550 | $164,200 |
| 8 Persons | $65,500 | $109,200 | $174,800 |
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 Community Development Corporation of National City — including across state lines.