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About Housing Authority of the City of Santa Ana
The Housing Authority of the City of Santa Ana (HACSA), PHA Code CA093, serves Santa Ana in Orange County, California. HACSA manages approximately 3,398 assisted housing units, all of which are Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers.
HACSA offers a Project-Based Voucher (PBV) program, which is currently open for applications. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is presently closed. Information regarding the Public Housing program is not available. Applicants should be aware that the status of waitlists, particularly HCV, has recently fluctuated between open and closed.
For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for this area (Santa Ana-Anaheim-Irvine, CA HUD Metro FMR Area) is $84,600 per year. All applicants must meet specific income and eligibility criteria for any program.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Dec 1, 2023
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The Project-Based Voucher waiting list is open for two specific project locations (Crossroads at Washington and Andalucía Apartments). Local preference is given to applicants who live or work in the City of Santa Ana. Unit size requirements and income limits apply to each project, and only one non-transferable pre-application per household per project will be accepted.
Other Programs
2 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 previous waiting list for the Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8) was closed on May 31, 2022, after a computerized, random selection lottery process was used to select applicants. Local preferences may be given to families who are homeless, living in substandard housing, paying over 50% of income for rent, or involuntarily displaced.
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.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City of Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the City of Santa Ana currently has 1 open waiting list (PBV). 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 Santa Ana, 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 $84,600/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 Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Santa Ana manages approximately 3,398 assisted housing units (3,398 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Santa Ana. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Santa Ana
PBV Project-Based Voucher open
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Santa Ana are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Santa Ana. 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.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City of Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana. This program serves approximately 3,398 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the City of Santa Ana 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Housing Authority of the City of Santa Ana?
Housing Authority of the City of Santa Ana Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Santa Ana are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Santa Ana-Anaheim-Irvine, CA HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $84,600. 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 | $35,550 | $59,250 | $94,750 |
| 2 Persons | $40,600 | $67,700 | $108,300 |
| 3 Persons | $45,700 | $76,150 | $121,850 |
| 4 Persons | $50,750 | $84,600 | $135,350 |
| 5 Persons | $54,850 | $91,400 | $146,200 |
| 6 Persons | $58,900 | $98,150 | $157,050 |
| 7 Persons | $62,950 | $104,950 | $167,850 |
| 8 Persons | $67,000 | $111,700 | $178,700 |
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 Santa Ana — including across state lines.