Housing Authority of the City of Vallejo
Vallejo, California
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About Housing Authority of the City of Vallejo
The Housing Authority of the City of Vallejo, located in Vallejo, Solano County, California, provides housing assistance primarily through tenant-based vouchers. It manages approximately 2,358 assisted housing units, which are all Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers. All waiting lists for this authority are currently closed.
The authority's main programs include the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, Public Housing, and Project-Based Vouchers (PBV). All waiting lists for these programs are currently closed. Additionally, the authority may offer programs such as Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS), Mainstream, RAD, Rapid Rehousing, TBRA, and Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH, though the status of their waiting lists is unknown. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit in the Vallejo, CA MSA area is $68,700 per year.
Other Programs
13 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.
Residency preference is given to those living or working in Vallejo; preference for persons with disabilities over non-disabled single persons under 62. An electronic lottery drawing is conducted to select preliminary applications for the waiting list.
The St. Patrick's Terrace waitlist (for studio units) previously opened on January 31, 2024, and closed for applications by February 7, 2024. Head of household must be 62 or older, and a lottery was conducted for the first 200 applications.
An electronic lottery selects preliminary applications for the waiting list. Specific projects include Sereno Village (1 & 2 bedroom, homeless preference), Avian Glen Apartments (3 bedroom, no preference), and Vallejo Housing and Collaborative (2 bedroom, homeless preference). Applicants must be 18 or legally emancipated, a U.S. citizen or eligible immigrant, and meet HCV and project eligibility.
The waiting list for the Sacramento Street Apartments is currently closed as the Housing Authority has reached its maximum number of applicants.
No specific waiting list information for initial application for the Family Self-Sufficiency program was found; it is typically available to participants in the Housing Choice Voucher program.
The Family Self-Sufficiency Program is available to participants in the Housing Choice Voucher program. No information was found regarding a separate waiting list for new applicants.
No waitlist information currently available for this program.
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.
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.
No specific waiting list information for initial application for the Rapid Rehousing program was found.
No waitlist information currently available for this program.
No specific waiting list information for initial application for the Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing program was found; it is typically available to participants in the Housing Choice Voucher program.
No waitlist information currently available for this program.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Housing Authority of the City of Vallejo directly at (707) 648-4408 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
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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 Vallejo
Check Current Status
All 4 waiting lists at Housing Authority of the City of Vallejo 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 of Vallejo, 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 Housing Authority of the City of Vallejo directly at (707) 648-4408 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 Housing Authority of the City of Vallejo, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Vallejo manages approximately 2,358 assisted housing units (2,358 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Vallejo. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Vallejo
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City of Vallejo 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 Vallejo. This program serves approximately 2,358 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Other closed
The Other program at Housing Authority of the City of Vallejo provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Vallejo. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Vallejo are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Vallejo. 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 of Vallejo 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.
FSS closed
The FSS program at Housing Authority of the City of Vallejo provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Vallejo. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Family Self-Sufficiency closed
The Family Self-Sufficiency program at Housing Authority of the City of Vallejo provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Vallejo. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Family Self-Sufficiency Program closed
The Family Self-Sufficiency Program program at Housing Authority of the City of Vallejo provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Vallejo. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Vallejo 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Housing Authority of the City of Vallejo converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Vallejo maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Rapid Rehousing closed
The Rapid Rehousing program at Housing Authority of the City of Vallejo provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Vallejo. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
TBRA closed
The TBRA program at Housing Authority of the City of Vallejo provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Vallejo. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
VASH Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing closed
The HUD-VASH program at Housing Authority of the City of Vallejo combines Housing Choice Vouchers with VA supportive services for homeless veterans in Vallejo. Referrals are made through the local VA Medical Center — contact the VA to begin the application process.
Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing closed
The Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing program at Housing Authority of the City of Vallejo provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Vallejo. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
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Housing Authority of the City of Vallejo Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Vallejo 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 Housing Authority of the City of Vallejo — including across state lines.