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About City of Vacaville
The City of Vacaville (PHA Code: CA125), located in Vacaville, Solano County, California, manages approximately 1,361 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) for assisted housing units. This authority oversees various programs, including the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Project-Based Voucher (PBV), Mainstream, Public Housing, and RAD programs.
All waiting lists for the City of Vacaville are currently closed. This includes the Housing Choice Voucher and Project-Based Voucher programs.
For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for the Vallejo, CA MSA area is $68,700 per year. Prospective applicants should note that all program waiting lists managed by the City of Vacaville are presently closed.
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.
Priority is given to Vacaville residents or workers, families with children, elderly, and disabled individuals, with income limits applied.
This program covers Project-Based Vouchers for specific properties like Rocky Hill Veterans Apartments (3-bedroom units), Orchard Maples Apartments (2 and 3-bedroom units), and The Willows Apartments (2-bedroom units). Income limits apply, and applications are typically placed by bedroom size, date, time, and priority.
Mainstream Vouchers provide rental assistance specifically for non-elderly persons with disabilities. The program helps individuals transition out of institutional settings or avoid institutionalization by subsidizing housing costs in the private market.
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.
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance, allowing housing authorities to leverage private funding for property rehabilitation while preserving long-term affordability for residents.
Status History
Official Application
Contact City of Vacaville directly at (707) 449-5675 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 City of Vacaville
Check Current Status
All 2 waiting lists at City of Vacaville 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 City of Vacaville, 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 $68,700/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
Contact City of Vacaville directly at (707) 449-5675 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 City of Vacaville, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. City of Vacaville manages approximately 1,361 assisted housing units (1,361 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Vacaville. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at City of Vacaville
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at City of Vacaville 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 Vacaville. This program serves approximately 1,361 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 City of Vacaville are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Vacaville. 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.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at City of Vacaville 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.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at City of Vacaville 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 City of Vacaville converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Vacaville 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 City of Vacaville?
City of Vacaville Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the City of Vacaville are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Vallejo, CA MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $68,700. 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 | $28,850 | $48,100 | $76,950 |
| 2 Persons | $33,000 | $54,950 | $87,950 |
| 3 Persons | $37,100 | $61,850 | $98,950 |
| 4 Persons | $41,200 | $68,700 | $109,900 |
| 5 Persons | $44,500 | $74,200 | $118,700 |
| 6 Persons | $47,800 | $79,700 | $127,500 |
| 7 Persons | $51,100 | $85,200 | $136,300 |
| 8 Persons | $54,400 | $90,700 | $145,100 |
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 City of Vacaville — including across state lines.