Housing Authority of the City of Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Last Updated
Less than an hour ago
About Housing Authority of the City of Colorado Springs
The Housing Authority of the City of Colorado Springs (PHA Code: CO028) serves Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado. It manages approximately 3,025 assisted housing units, comprising 2,319 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and 706 Public Housing units.
This authority offers several housing programs. Currently, the Rio Grande Village program is open for applications. Other programs, including the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Mainstream, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, and RAD programs, are presently closed to new applicants. Waitlist statuses can change, so applicants should regularly check for updates.
For applicants, the Very Low Income limit for a family of four in the Colorado Springs, CO HUD Metro FMR Area is $56,250 per year. Potential applicants should verify current program availability and income requirements directly with the authority.
Rio Grande Village Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Waiting list is currently open until further notice. You must live and/or work in El Paso County, Colorado, at the time of application to be eligible to apply for this program. When applying, please include your yearly income and how many family members will be staying at the unit. As units becom...
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.
The current directive from HUD to pause the issuance of new Housing Choice Vouchers is still in effect. The annual HCV/Section 8 Lottery Wait List usually opens every July.
No specific information about Mainstream waiting list status was found, but general announcements indicate no waiting lists are currently accepting online pre-applications.
No specific information about PBV waiting list status was found, but general announcements indicate no waiting lists are currently accepting online pre-applications.
Public Housing 1-bedroom elderly and/or disabled or Public Housing 2-bedroom waiting lists are being updated. Allow until at least April 10th, 2026, to update systems with rankings. Applicants must live and/or work in El Paso County, Colorado, when the application is submitted.
No specific information about RAD waiting list status was found, but general announcements indicate no waiting lists are currently accepting online pre-applications.
Status History
Deadline: Apr 3, 2026
Official Application
Contact Housing Authority of the City of Colorado Springs directly at (719) 387-6700 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
-
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 Colorado Springs
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the City of Colorado Springs currently has 1 open waiting list (Rio Grande Village). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Housing Authority of the City of Colorado Springs, 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 $56,250/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 Colorado Springs directly at (719) 387-6700 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 Colorado Springs, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Colorado Springs manages approximately 3,025 assisted housing units (2,319 Section 8, 706 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Colorado Springs. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Colorado Springs
Rio Grande Village open
The Rio Grande Village program at Housing Authority of the City of Colorado Springs provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Colorado Springs. 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 Colorado Springs 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 Colorado Springs. This program serves approximately 2,319 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 Housing Authority of the City of Colorado Springs 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 Housing Authority of the City of Colorado Springs are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Colorado Springs. 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 Colorado Springs are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of the City of Colorado Springs manages approximately 706 Public Housing units in Colorado Springs. 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 Housing Authority of the City of Colorado Springs converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Colorado Springs maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is applying at Housing Authority of the City of Colorado Springs free?
How long is the wait at Housing Authority of the City of Colorado Springs?
Can I apply to other housing authorities while on this waitlist?
How do I contact Housing Authority of the City of Colorado Springs?
What are the income limits for Housing Authority of the City of Colorado Springs?
Housing Authority of the City of Colorado Springs Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Colorado Springs are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Colorado Springs, CO HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $56,250. 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 | $23,650 | $39,400 | $63,000 |
| 2 Persons | $27,000 | $45,000 | $72,000 |
| 3 Persons | $30,400 | $50,650 | $81,000 |
| 4 Persons | $33,750 | $56,250 | $90,000 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $60,750 | $97,200 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $65,250 | $104,400 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $69,750 | $111,600 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $74,250 | $118,800 |
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 Colorado Springs — including across state lines.