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About Housing Authority of the City of Brighton

The Housing Authority of the City of Brighton (PHA Code: CO019) is located in Brighton, Adams County, Colorado. This authority manages approximately 255 assisted housing units, predominantly utilizing Section 8 vouchers to support eligible households.

Current open programs include Affordable Housing, Affordable Housing (Hughes Station), Hughes Station (Property Specific), Hughes Station Apartments, Other, Other (Affordable Housing - Hughes Station), Other (Hughes Station Apartments), Public Housing, RAD, and Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA).

For applicants, the very low income limit for a family of four in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO MSA area is currently set at $70,050 per year. Interested individuals should inquire about eligibility and specific application procedures for the various open programs.

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Affordable Housing Waitlist

Status

open

How to Apply

Multiple

Accepting applications — no deadline
Open until further notice
Open Now

Additional Notes

This waitlist is for newly-renovated Hughes Station apartments with no application fee. Previous interest list was dissolved on October 31, 2025, requiring reapplication.

Affordable Housing (Hughes Station) Waitlist

Status

open

How to Apply

Phone

Additional Notes

The waitlist for newly-renovated Hughes Station apartments is open. Applicants must make at least 2x the rent and have a clean rental history. 1, 2, and 3 bedrooms are available, with no application fee.

Affordable Housing (Property-Specific) Waitlist

Status

open

How to Apply

Phone, Online, In-person

Additional Notes

The waitlist for newly-renovated Hughes Station apartments is open, with no application fee. Applicants must make at least 2x the rent and have a clean rental history; rent ranges from $1419-$2009/month for 1, 2, and 3 bedrooms. The previous interest list was dissolved on October 31, 2025, requiring reapplication.

Affordable Housing Property - Hughes Station Waitlist

Status

open

How to Apply

Multiple

Additional Notes

Applicants must make at least 2x the rent, have a clean rental history, and rent ranges from $1419-$2009/month for 1, 2, and 3 bedrooms; no application fee.

Hughes Station (Property Specific) Waitlist

Status

open

How to Apply

Phone

Additional Notes

The waitlist for the newly-renovated Hughes Station apartments is currently open. Contact the leasing office at 720-685-1222 to apply; there is no application fee. Any previous interest list was dissolved as of October 31, 2025, requiring reapplication.

Hughes Station Apartments Waitlist

Status

open

How to Apply

Phone

Additional Notes

The waitlist for the newly-renovated Hughes Station apartments is currently open. There is no application fee. The previous interest list was dissolved as of October 31, 2025, and anyone on that list needs to reapply.

LIHTC (Hughes Station Apartments) Waitlist

Status

open

How to Apply

Phone

Additional Notes

Rent restricted; applicants must make at least 2x the rent and have a clean rental history; 1, 2, and 3 bedrooms available; ADA compliant; no application fee.

LIHTC (Hughes Station) Waitlist

Status

open

How to Apply

Phone

Additional Notes

No application fee. The former interest list was dissolved on October 31, 2025, requiring reapplication.

Other Waitlist

Status

open

How to Apply

Phone

Additional Notes

Waitlist is open for newly-renovated Hughes Station apartments; applicants must make at least 2x the rent and have a clean rental history.

Other (Affordable Housing - Hughes Station) Waitlist

Status

open

How to Apply

Multiple

Additional Notes

The waitlist is open for newly-renovated apartments, and there is no application fee.

Other (Hughes Station Apartments) Waitlist

Status

open

How to Apply

Online, Phone

Additional Notes

Rent-restricted; applicants must make at least 2x the rent and have clean rental history, offering 1-3 bedroom ADA compliant units, no application fee. Previous interest list dissolved Oct 31, 2025; those on that list need to reapply.

Other (Hughes Station) Waitlist

Status

open

How to Apply

Phone

Additional Notes

The prior interest list was dissolved on October 31, 2025; previous applicants need to reapply.

Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist

Status

open

Open Date

Jul 30, 2026

How to Apply

Online

Additional Notes

This waitlist is for project-based vouchers at Hughes Station Apartments, Jessup Street Apartments (RAD), and Windmill Ranch Apartments. Applications will close without further notice once enough applications are received.

Property Specific (Hughes Station Apartments) Waitlist

Status

open

How to Apply

Phone

Additional Notes

The waitlist is open for newly-renovated Hughes Station apartments with no application fee. The previous interest list will be dissolved as of October 31, 2025, requiring reapplication.

Property-Specific (LIHTC) Waitlist

Status

open

How to Apply

Multiple

Additional Notes

Applicants must make at least 2x the rent and have a clean rental history to qualify. 1, 2, and 3 bedrooms are available, are ADA compliant, and have no application fee.

Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) Waitlist

Status

open

Open Date

Jul 30, 2026

How to Apply

Online

Additional Notes

The Jessup Street Apartments (RAD) waitlist opened as part of the Project-Based Voucher program on July 30, 2026. Applications will be placed according to BHA admissions preferences and HUD requirements.

other Waitlist

Status

open

How to Apply

Phone

Additional Notes

Waitlist is open for newly-renovated Hughes Station apartments. Applicants must make at least 2x the rent, have a clean rental history, and rents range from $1419-$2009/month based on household income. 1, 2, and 3 bedrooms are available and are ADA compliant.

Other Programs

5 programs

These 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.

Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV)
Closed

Eligible participants are selected from a waitlist on an annual lottery basis.

This waitlist is currently closed. It is monitored nightly — you'll be alerted when it reopens.
Public Housing
Closed

The Public Housing waiting list is currently closed, with no known information on when it will reopen.

This waitlist is currently closed. It is monitored nightly — you'll be alerted when it reopens.
TBRA
Closed

Preference given to survivors of domestic violence. Assistance is for up to two years.

This waitlist is currently closed. It is monitored nightly — you'll be alerted when it reopens.
Tenant Based Rental Assistance
Closed

Preference given to survivors of domestic violence.

This waitlist is currently closed. It is monitored nightly — you'll be alerted when it reopens.
Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA)
Closed

Assistance is for Adams County residents for up to two years, with preference given to survivors of domestic violence.

This waitlist is currently closed. It is monitored nightly — you'll be alerted when it reopens.

Status History

PBV Opened 2 days ago
PBV Opening Soon Jul 25, 2026
Public Housing Closed Jul 24, 2026
Public Housing Opened Jul 22, 2026
PBV Closed Jun 25, 2026
PBV Opened Jun 24, 2026
PBV Closed Jun 17, 2026
PBV Opened Jun 15, 2026
PBV Closed Jun 6, 2026
PBV Opened Jun 4, 2026
PBV Closed May 26, 2026
Public Housing Closed May 26, 2026
PBV Opened May 23, 2026
PBV Closed May 11, 2026
PBV Opened May 10, 2026
PBV Closed May 8, 2026
PBV Opened Apr 29, 2026
PBV Closed Apr 28, 2026
PBV Opened Apr 23, 2026
Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) Closed Apr 16, 2026

Official Application

Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City of Brighton portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.

WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING

Contact Information

Address 22 S 4th Ave Ste 202
City Brighton, CO 80601
PHA Code CO019
Section 8 Units 255

Important Notices

  • Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.

  • 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 Brighton

1

Check Current Status

Housing Authority of the City of Brighton currently has 17 open waiting lists (Affordable Housing, Affordable Housing (Hughes Station), Affordable Housing (Property-Specific), Affordable Housing Property - Hughes Station, Hughes Station (Property Specific), Hughes Station Apartments, LIHTC (Hughes Station Apartments), LIHTC (Hughes Station), Other, Other (Affordable Housing - Hughes Station), Other (Hughes Station Apartments), Other (Hughes Station), PBV, Property Specific (Hughes Station Apartments), Property-Specific (LIHTC), RAD, other). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.

2

Gather Required Documents

For Section 8 voucher programs at Housing Authority of the City of Brighton, 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.

3

Submit Your Application

Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City of Brighton portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.

4

After You Apply

Once accepted onto the waiting list at Housing Authority of the City of Brighton, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Brighton manages approximately 255 assisted housing units (255 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Brighton. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.

Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Brighton

Affordable Housing open

The Affordable Housing program at Housing Authority of the City of Brighton provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Brighton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

Affordable Housing (Hughes Station) open

The Affordable Housing (Hughes Station) program at Housing Authority of the City of Brighton provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Brighton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

Affordable Housing (Property-Specific) open

The Affordable Housing (Property-Specific) program at Housing Authority of the City of Brighton provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Brighton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

Affordable Housing Property - Hughes Station open

The Affordable Housing Property - Hughes Station program at Housing Authority of the City of Brighton provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Brighton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

Hughes Station (Property Specific) open

The Hughes Station (Property Specific) program at Housing Authority of the City of Brighton provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Brighton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

Hughes Station Apartments open

The Hughes Station Apartments program at Housing Authority of the City of Brighton provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Brighton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

LIHTC (Hughes Station Apartments) open

The LIHTC (Hughes Station Apartments) program at Housing Authority of the City of Brighton provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Brighton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

LIHTC (Hughes Station) open

The LIHTC (Hughes Station) program at Housing Authority of the City of Brighton provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Brighton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

Other open

The Other program at Housing Authority of the City of Brighton provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Brighton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

Other (Affordable Housing - Hughes Station) open

The Other (Affordable Housing - Hughes Station) program at Housing Authority of the City of Brighton provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Brighton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

Other (Hughes Station Apartments) open

The Other (Hughes Station Apartments) program at Housing Authority of the City of Brighton provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Brighton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

Other (Hughes Station) open

The Other (Hughes Station) program at Housing Authority of the City of Brighton provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Brighton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

PBV Project-Based Voucher open

Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Brighton are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Brighton. 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.

Property Specific (Hughes Station Apartments) open

The Property Specific (Hughes Station Apartments) program at Housing Authority of the City of Brighton provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Brighton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

Property-Specific (LIHTC) open

The Property-Specific (LIHTC) program at Housing Authority of the City of Brighton provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Brighton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration open

The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Housing Authority of the City of Brighton converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Brighton maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.

other open

The other program at Housing Authority of the City of Brighton provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Brighton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed

The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City of Brighton 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 Brighton. This program serves approximately 255 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 Brighton 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.

TBRA closed

The TBRA program at Housing Authority of the City of Brighton provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Brighton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

Tenant Based Rental Assistance closed

The Tenant Based Rental Assistance program at Housing Authority of the City of Brighton provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Brighton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) closed

The Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) program at Housing Authority of the City of Brighton provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Brighton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is applying at Housing Authority of the City of Brighton free?
Yes. Applying for any federally-funded housing assistance program is always free. Housing Authority of the City of Brighton administers 22 programs (Affordable Housing, Affordable Housing (Hughes Station), Affordable Housing (Property-Specific), Affordable Housing Property - Hughes Station, Hughes Station (Property Specific), Hughes Station Apartments, LIHTC (Hughes Station Apartments), LIHTC (Hughes Station), Other, Other (Affordable Housing - Hughes Station), Other (Hughes Station Apartments), Other (Hughes Station), PBV, Property Specific (Hughes Station Apartments), Property-Specific (LIHTC), RAD, other, HCV, Public Housing, TBRA, Tenant Based Rental Assistance, Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA)) — none of which charge an application fee. If any website or person asks you to pay money to apply, it is a scam. Always apply directly through the housing authority's official portal or in person at their office at 22 S 4th Ave Ste 202, Brighton, CO.
How long is the wait at Housing Authority of the City of Brighton?
Wait times at Housing Authority of the City of Brighton depend on demand in Brighton, funding levels, and your priority status. With approximately 255 assisted housing units, turnover determines how quickly the list moves. The most recent status change we tracked was on August 4, 2026 when the PBV list changed from "closed" to "open." Families with children, elderly applicants, and disabled individuals may receive priority placement. Contact Housing Authority of the City of Brighton directly for current estimated wait times.
Can I apply to other housing authorities while on this waitlist?
Yes. There is no limit to the number of housing authority waiting lists you can join simultaneously. There are 8 other housing authorities within 100 miles of Housing Authority of the City of Brighton, including Housing Authority of the City of Fort Lupton (7 mi), Adams County Housing Authority (15 mi), Housing Authority of the Town of Keenesburg (18 mi). Applying to multiple PHAs in Colorado and neighboring states is strongly recommended to increase your chances. Browse all housing authorities in Colorado.
How do I contact Housing Authority of the City of Brighton?
You can reach Housing Authority of the City of Brighton by phone at (303) 655-2160. Their office is located at 22 S 4th Ave Ste 202, Brighton, CO 80601. You can also email them at adall@brightonhousing.org. Office hours may vary — call ahead to confirm.
What are the income limits for Housing Authority of the City of Brighton?
Income limits for Housing Authority of the City of Brighton are set by HUD based on the Area Median Income for Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO MSA (currently $140,100). For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit (50% AMI) is $70,050. Most Section 8 and Public Housing programs require your household income to be at or below this level. See the full income limits table below.

Housing Authority of the City of Brighton Income Limits

Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Brighton 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
Source: HUD FY 2025 Income Limits Area Median Income: $140,100 Effective April 1, 2025
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.