Housing Authority of the City & County of SF
San Francisco, California
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About Housing Authority of the City & County of SF
The Housing Authority of the City & County of SF (HACCSF), located in San Francisco, San Francisco County, California (PHA Code: CA001), manages approximately 16,731 assisted housing units. This total includes 16,197 Section 8 vouchers and 534 Public Housing units. All of HACCSF's housing waiting lists are currently closed to new applications.
HACCSF administers several housing assistance programs, including the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, and Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) programs. At present, all waiting lists for these specific programs are closed, and applications are not being accepted.
For a family of four, the current Very Low Income limit in the San Francisco, CA HUD Metro FMR Area is $96,700 per year. Prospective applicants should monitor official channels for any announcements regarding future waitlist openings, as HACCSF is not accepting applications at this time.
Other Programs
4 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 Authority operates separate waiting lists for the Housing Choice Voucher program.
Applications for PBV waitlists were accepted between May 7, 2025 - May 21, 2025. A lottery will be used to draw names for placement on the waitlist. Preferences include Veteran/Surviving Spouse of Veteran, Involuntarily Displaced with Residential Certificate of Preference, and Involuntarily Displaced from San Francisco Residence.
Applications for Public Housing waitlists were accepted between May 7, 2025 - May 21, 2025. A lottery will be used to draw names for placement on the waitlist. Preferences include Veteran/Surviving Spouse of Veteran and Involuntarily Displaced from San Francisco Residence.
Applications for RAD waitlists were accepted between May 7, 2025 - May 21, 2025. A lottery will be used to draw names for placement on the waitlist. Preferences include Veteran/Surviving Spouse of Veteran, Families with a Right to Return, Emergency Referral, Residents of Residential Care Facilities for the Chronically Ill/Transitional Residential Care Facilities, Mixed Families currently residing at non-RAD units at HOPE SF sites, Involuntarily Displaced with Residential Certificate of Preference, Department of Homeless and Supportive Housing Referral, Families with minor children living in SROs with a referral from DBI, and Involuntarily Displaced from San Francisco Residence.
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City & County of SF portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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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 & County of SF
Check Current Status
All 4 waiting lists at Housing Authority of the City & County of SF 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 & County of SF, 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 $96,700/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
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City & County of SF 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 & County of SF, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City & County of SF manages approximately 16,731 assisted housing units (16,197 Section 8, 534 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in San Francisco. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City & County of SF
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City & County of SF 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 San Francisco. This program serves approximately 16,197 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 Housing Authority of the City & County of SF are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in San Francisco. 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 & County of SF are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of the City & County of SF manages approximately 534 Public Housing units in San Francisco. 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 Housing Authority of the City & County of SF converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in San Francisco maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
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Housing Authority of the City & County of SF Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City & County of SF are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for San Francisco, CA HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $96,700. 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 | $40,600 | $67,700 | $108,300 |
| 2 Persons | $46,400 | $77,400 | $123,800 |
| 3 Persons | $52,200 | $87,050 | $139,250 |
| 4 Persons | $58,000 | $96,700 | $154,700 |
| 5 Persons | $62,650 | $104,450 | $167,100 |
| 6 Persons | $67,300 | $112,200 | $179,500 |
| 7 Persons | $71,950 | $119,950 | $191,850 |
| 8 Persons | $76,600 | $127,650 | $204,250 |
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 & County of SF — including across state lines.