City of Vacaville
Vacaville, California
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About City of Vacaville
City of Vacaville (HUD agency code CA125) is the public housing agency serving Vacaville, Solano County, California. It administers 1,361 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 5 waiting lists at this agency, covering PBV, HCV, Mainstream, Public Housing, RAD. As of Aug 17, 2026, 1 is open and 4 are closed.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Vallejo, CA MSA. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $68,700 per year, and as Low Income at or below $109,900 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 63 status changes at this agency, most recently on Oct 1, 2026.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jan 7, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This Project-Based Voucher waiting list is for 3-bedroom units at Rocky Hill Veterans Apartments. 100 pre-applications will be placed on the waiting list, selected by bedroom size, date and time, and placed by priority. Income limits apply.
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.
When last open, preference was given to those who live or work within Vacaville city limits; 400 applicants were selected by random lottery; only one pre-application per family per waiting list.
Mainstream Vouchers assist non-elderly persons with disabilities and are administered using the same rules as other housing choice vouchers.
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
Deadline: Aug 12, 2024
Deadline: Aug 12, 2024
Official Application
Apply directly through the official City of Vacaville 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 City of Vacaville
Check Current Status
City of Vacaville currently has 1 open waiting list (Project-Based Voucher (PBV)). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
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
Apply directly through the official City of Vacaville portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
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
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) open
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.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) 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.
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 (RAD) 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.