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About Arvada Housing Authority
The Arvada Housing Authority (PHA Code: CO050) serves Arvada, Jefferson County, Colorado. It manages approximately 562 assisted housing units, predominantly through Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV). The authority offers various programs designed to assist low-income households with rental costs.
Current programs include the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, Mainstream Vouchers, and Project-Based Vouchers (PBV). The status of Public Housing programs is not specified. All waiting lists for these programs are currently closed, including HCV, Mainstream, and PBV. The Arvada Housing Authority is not accepting new applications at this time.
For eligibility, applicants must meet specific income guidelines, which vary by household size and program. For instance, a very low-income family of four in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO MSA area would have an income limit of $70,050 per year.
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 Arvada Housing Authority uses a preference ranking system for the waiting list. Applicants with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations.
Mainstream vouchers assist non-elderly persons with disabilities who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Applicants with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations.
The Project Based Voucher Program waitlist closed on August 1, 2024, and is not first-come, first-served as certain preferences apply. Applicants with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations.
No active waitlist information currently available for Public Housing. Arvada Housing Authority accepts Public Housing pre-applications at the program level, considering family needs for invitations to apply; declining two invitations purges the application from the waitlist.
Status History
Deadline: Mar 6, 2026
Official Application
Contact Arvada Housing Authority directly at (720) 898-7494 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 Arvada Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 3 waiting lists at Arvada Housing Authority 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 Arvada Housing Authority, 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 $70,050/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 Arvada Housing Authority directly at (720) 898-7494 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 Arvada Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Arvada Housing Authority manages approximately 562 assisted housing units (562 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Arvada. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Arvada Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Arvada Housing Authority 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 Arvada. This program serves approximately 562 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 Arvada Housing Authority 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.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Arvada Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Arvada. 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 Arvada Housing Authority 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 Arvada Housing Authority?
Arvada Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Arvada Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $70,050. 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 | $29,450 | $49,050 | $72,950 |
| 2 Persons | $33,650 | $56,050 | $83,400 |
| 3 Persons | $37,850 | $63,050 | $93,800 |
| 4 Persons | $42,050 | $70,050 | $104,200 |
| 5 Persons | $45,450 | $75,700 | $112,550 |
| 6 Persons | $48,800 | $81,300 | $120,900 |
| 7 Persons | $52,150 | $86,900 | $129,250 |
| 8 Persons | $55,550 | $92,500 | $137,550 |
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 Arvada Housing Authority — including across state lines.