Housing Authority of the City of Pomona
Pomona, California
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About Housing Authority of the City of Pomona
Housing Authority of the City of Pomona (HUD agency code CA123) is the public housing agency serving Pomona, Los Angeles County, California. It administers 1,119 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 8 waiting lists at this agency, covering HCV, Mainstream, Other, PBV, Public Housing, RAD. As of Jun 22, 2026, all 8 tracked lists are closed to new applications.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Glendale, CA HUD Metro FMR Area. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $75,750 per year, and as Low Income at or below $121,150 (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 Sep 29, 2026.
Other Programs
6 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.
Preferences include veterans/active duty service people, homeless individuals with ties to Pomona, Mainstream applicants (disabled, 18-61, homeless in Pomona, working with a recognized Homeless Service Organization), and residents (live, work 30+ hours/week, or full-time student in Pomona); selected applicants were placed by random lottery weighed by preferences.
No specific waitlist information found for this program, but the Housing Authority of the City of Pomona generally indicates all waitlists are currently closed.
Additional programs administered by this housing authority that do not fall under a standard federal voucher or public housing category.
Additional programs administered by this housing authority that do not fall under a standard federal voucher or public housing category.
Loan program for homeowners to create affordable rental units, requiring borrowers to be low-to-moderate income occupant-owners.
No open waiting lists are available at this time. Villa Esperanza uses Section 8 project-based vouchers awarded by the Pomona Housing Authority.
No open waiting lists are available at this time.
No specific waitlist information found for this program, but the Housing Authority of the City of Pomona generally indicates all waitlists are currently closed.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Housing Authority of the City of Pomona 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 Housing Authority of the City of Pomona
Check Current Status
All 8 waiting lists at Housing Authority of the City of Pomona 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 Housing Authority of the City of Pomona, 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 $75,750/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 Housing Authority of the City of Pomona 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 Housing Authority of the City of Pomona, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Pomona manages approximately 1,119 assisted housing units (1,119 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Pomona. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Pomona
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City of Pomona 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 Pomona. This program serves approximately 1,119 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 Housing Authority of the City of Pomona 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 Housing Authority of the City of Pomona provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Pomona. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Pomona are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Pomona. 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 Housing Authority of the City of Pomona 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 Housing Authority of the City of Pomona converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Pomona maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Housing Authority of the City of Pomona Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Pomona are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Los Angeles-Long Beach-Glendale, CA HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $75,750. 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 | $31,850 | $53,000 | $84,850 |
| 2 Persons | $36,400 | $60,600 | $96,950 |
| 3 Persons | $40,950 | $68,150 | $109,050 |
| 4 Persons | $45,450 | $75,750 | $121,150 |
| 5 Persons | $49,100 | $81,800 | $130,850 |
| 6 Persons | $52,750 | $87,850 | $140,550 |
| 7 Persons | $56,400 | $93,900 | $150,250 |
| 8 Persons | $60,000 | $100,000 | $159,950 |
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 Housing Authority of the City of Pomona — including across state lines.