Housing Authority of the City of Port Hueneme
Port Hueneme, California
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About Housing Authority of the City of Port Hueneme
The Housing Authority of the City of Port Hueneme (PHA Code: CA032) is situated in Port Hueneme, Ventura County, California. This authority manages approximately 367 assisted housing units, comprising 337 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and 30 Public Housing units.
Currently, the Public Housing and Senior Housing programs are open for applications. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is presently closed. The status of the Public Housing waitlist has recently seen changes, having been both open and closed at different times.
For applicants, the income limit for a family of four classified as Very Low Income in the Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA MSA area is $74,850 per year.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jan 2, 2020
How to Apply
Mail, In-person, Phone
Additional Notes
Applications are currently being accepted for the senior/disabled building (Mar Vista Apartments). Applicants must be residents of Port Hueneme, meet income requirements, and be 62 years of age or older or disabled.
Senior Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jan 2, 2020
How to Apply
Additional Notes
The Housing Authority is currently accepting applications for the senior/disable building (Mar Vista Apartments). To apply, print the application and mail it to City of Port Hueneme Housing Authority, 250 North Ventura Road, Port Hueneme, CA 93041, or drop it off at 746 Industrial Avenue, Port Hu...
Other Programs
1 programThese 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 for the Housing Choice Voucher Program is currently closed and was last open in March 2018. There is no announced date for when this waiting list will reopen.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City of Port Hueneme 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 Housing Authority of the City of Port Hueneme
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the City of Port Hueneme currently has 2 open waiting lists (Public Housing, Senior Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Housing Authority of the City of Port Hueneme, 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 $74,850/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 Housing Authority of the City of Port Hueneme 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 Housing Authority of the City of Port Hueneme, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Port Hueneme manages approximately 367 assisted housing units (337 Section 8, 30 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Port Hueneme. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Port Hueneme
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the City of Port Hueneme are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of the City of Port Hueneme manages approximately 30 Public Housing units in Port Hueneme. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Senior Housing open
The Senior Housing program at Housing Authority of the City of Port Hueneme provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Port Hueneme. 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 Housing Authority of the City of Port Hueneme 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 Port Hueneme. This program serves approximately 337 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Housing Authority of the City of Port Hueneme Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Port Hueneme are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $74,850. 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 | $31,450 | $52,400 | $83,850 |
| 2 Persons | $35,950 | $59,900 | $95,800 |
| 3 Persons | $40,450 | $67,400 | $107,800 |
| 4 Persons | $44,900 | $74,850 | $119,750 |
| 5 Persons | $48,500 | $80,850 | $129,350 |
| 6 Persons | $52,100 | $86,850 | $138,950 |
| 7 Persons | $55,700 | $92,850 | $148,500 |
| 8 Persons | $59,300 | $98,850 | $158,100 |
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 Housing Authority of the City of Port Hueneme — including across state lines.