County of El Dorado Housing Authority
Placerville, California
Last Updated
22 hours ago
About County of El Dorado Housing Authority
The County of El Dorado Housing Authority (PHA Code: CA151) is located in Placerville, El Dorado County, California. This authority manages approximately 426 assisted housing units, primarily through the administration of Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers.
The authority offers various housing assistance programs, including the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, which is currently closed to new applicants. Other programs such as Mainstream, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, and RAD are listed as unknown in terms of their current status. All waiting lists for assistance programs managed by the County of El Dorado Housing Authority are currently closed.
Applicants should be aware of income restrictions for eligibility. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit is $64,300 per year, which applies to the Sacramento--Roseville--Arden-Arcade, CA HUD Metro FMR Area.
Other Programs
5 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 Housing Choice Voucher Waiting List was last open in October 2016, accepting online applications through a lottery system for 500 spots. Priority may be given to families with children, elderly applicants, and disabled individuals.
No active waitlist information currently available.
No active waitlist information currently available.
No active waitlist information currently available.
No active waitlist information currently available.
Status History
Official Application
Contact County of El Dorado Housing Authority directly at (530) 621-6300 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 County of El Dorado Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 1 waiting list at County of El Dorado Housing Authority 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 County of El Dorado 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 $64,300/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
Contact County of El Dorado Housing Authority directly at (530) 621-6300 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 County of El Dorado Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. County of El Dorado Housing Authority manages approximately 426 assisted housing units (426 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Placerville. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at County of El Dorado Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at County of El Dorado 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 Placerville. This program serves approximately 426 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 County of El Dorado 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.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at County of El Dorado Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Placerville. 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 County of El Dorado 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 closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at County of El Dorado Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Placerville maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for County of El Dorado Housing Authority?
County of El Dorado Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the County of El Dorado Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Sacramento--Roseville--Arden-Arcade, CA HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $64,300. 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 |
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| 1 Person | $27,050 | $45,050 | $72,050 |
| 2 Persons | $30,900 | $51,450 | $82,350 |
| 3 Persons | $34,750 | $57,900 | $92,650 |
| 4 Persons | $38,600 | $64,300 | $102,900 |
| 5 Persons | $41,700 | $69,450 | $111,150 |
| 6 Persons | $44,800 | $74,600 | $119,400 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $79,750 | $127,600 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $84,900 | $135,850 |
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 County of El Dorado Housing Authority — including across state lines.