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About Conejos County Housing Authority
Conejos County Housing Authority, located in La Jara, Conejos County, Colorado (PHA Code: CO038), administers housing assistance programs for eligible low-income individuals and families within its jurisdiction. The Authority operates a Public Housing program and a Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program.
Currently, the Public Housing program is open and accepting applications. This program provides affordable housing directly managed by the Authority. Eligibility for Public Housing is based on factors including household income. For example, a family of four must generally meet the Very Low Income limit for the Conejos County area, which is $51,000 per year. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, which provides tenant-based rental assistance, is currently closed to new applications.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The Conejos Housing Authority (CHA) offers one public housing community and has a preference point system for the elderly, disabled, or victims of domestic violence.
Other Programs
1 programThese 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 Housing Choice Voucher program assists very low-income families, the elderly, and the disabled to afford housing in the private market. Participants pay approximately 30% of their adjusted monthly income toward rent, with the voucher covering the remainder.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Conejos County Housing Authority directly at (719) 274-5417 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 Conejos County Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Conejos County Housing Authority currently has 1 open waiting list (Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Conejos County 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 $51,000/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 Conejos County Housing Authority directly at (719) 274-5417 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 Conejos County Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Wait times vary from 6 months to over 5 years depending on local demand and funding. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Conejos County Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Conejos County 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.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Conejos County 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 La Jara. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Conejos County Housing Authority?
Conejos County Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Conejos County Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Conejos County, CO. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $51,000. 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 | $21,450 | $35,700 | $57,150 |
| 2 Persons | $24,500 | $40,800 | $65,300 |
| 3 Persons | $27,550 | $45,900 | $73,450 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $51,000 | $81,600 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $55,100 | $88,150 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $59,200 | $94,700 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $63,250 | $101,200 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $67,350 | $107,750 |
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 Conejos County Housing Authority — including across state lines.