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About Housing Catalyst
Housing Catalyst, located in Fort Collins, Larimer County, Colorado (PHA Code: CO041), manages approximately 1,627 assisted housing units. These units are supported primarily through Housing Choice Vouchers. The agency offers several housing assistance programs, including the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), and Public Housing.
Currently, all waiting lists for Housing Catalyst's programs are closed, which includes the HCV, PBV, and Public Housing programs. The agency is not accepting new applications at this time. For reference, the Very Low Income limit for a family of four in the Fort Collins-Loveland, CO MSA area is $63,800 per year. Potential applicants would need to meet specific income qualifications if a waitlist were to reopen.
Other Programs
3 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.
Applications are placed into a lottery, and randomly selected applications will be placed on the waiting list. A selection of assigned numbers will be placed on a waiting list to receive a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) should funding be available, over the next two to three years. Numbers outside of the selected range will not be placed on the waiting list.
For Project Based Vouchers, all applications received during the waiting list opening dates will have an equal chance of being selected. All applications received during the waiting list opening dates will have an equal chance of being selected. We will place all applications into a lottery, and randomly selected applications will be placed on the Project Based Voucher waiting list.
The Public Housing program has completed disposition through RAD and Section 18 tools and no longer operates a traditional waiting list for direct applications.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Housing Catalyst directly at (970) 416-2910 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
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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 Catalyst
Check Current Status
All 3 waiting lists at Housing Catalyst 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 Catalyst, 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 $63,800/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 Catalyst directly at (970) 416-2910 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 Catalyst, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Catalyst manages approximately 1,627 assisted housing units (1,627 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Fort Collins. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Catalyst
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Catalyst 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 Fort Collins. This program serves approximately 1,627 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Catalyst are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Fort Collins. 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 Catalyst 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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Can I apply to other housing authorities while on this waitlist?
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What are the income limits for Housing Catalyst?
Housing Catalyst Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Catalyst are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Fort Collins-Loveland, CO MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $63,800. 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 | $26,850 | $44,700 | $71,500 |
| 2 Persons | $30,650 | $51,050 | $81,700 |
| 3 Persons | $34,500 | $57,450 | $91,900 |
| 4 Persons | $38,300 | $63,800 | $102,100 |
| 5 Persons | $41,400 | $68,950 | $110,300 |
| 6 Persons | $44,450 | $74,050 | $118,450 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $79,150 | $126,650 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $84,250 | $134,800 |
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 Catalyst — including across state lines.