Hernando County Housing Authority
Brooksville, Florida
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About Hernando County Housing Authority
Hernando County Housing Authority (HUD agency code FL137) is the public housing agency serving Brooksville, Hernando County, Florida. It administers 435 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 26 waiting lists at this agency, covering Other, Public Housing, HCV, PBV, Mainstream, RAD. As of Apr 10, 2026, 22 are open and 2 are closed. Status is unconfirmed for 2 further lists.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL MSA. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $52,150 per year, and as Low Income at or below $83,450 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 8 status changes at this agency, most recently on Sep 25, 2026. Always confirm current status with the agency directly before applying.
Other Programs Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Additional Notes
Assists eligible tenants in leasing affordable homes in Hernando County; Hernando County residents have priority and applications are processed on a first-come, first-approved basis.
NSP
Status
open
How to Apply
Additional Notes
This program assists eligible tenants leasing a primary residence in Hernando County at an affordable market rate. Hernando County residents have priority, and applications are offered on a first-come, first-approved basis.
NSP (Neighborhood Stabilization )
Status
open
Open Date
Jul 26, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Hernando County residents have priority and must meet Section 8 HUD income limits. A nonrefundable $55 application fee per adult, plus $25 for background/credit checks, is required, with applications processed on a first-come, first-approved basis.
NSP (Neighborhood Stabilization ) Rental
Status
open
Open Date
Jul 26, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Hernando County residents have priority and must meet Section 8 HUD income limits; a nonrefundable $55 application fee per adult and an additional $25 for background/credit checks are required, with applications processed on a first-come, first-approved basis.
NSP (Neighborhood Stabilization ) Specific
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 17, 2025
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Potential recipients must become primary residents of Hernando County, with residents having priority, and applicants are offered assistance on a first-come, first-approved basis. Applicants must meet Section 8 HUD income limits, and a nonrefundable $55 application fee per adult is required.
NSP / NSP Rental
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 17, 2025
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This program assists low-income eligible tenants in leasing a primary residence in Hernando County. Hernando County residents receive priority; applicants must meet Section 8 HUD income limits. A nonrefundable $55 application fee per adult is required, with an additional $25 if further background/credit checks are needed.
NSP Rental
Status
open
Open Date
Jun 4, 2025
How to Apply
Additional Notes
This program assists low-income tenants seeking primary residency in Hernando County; residents of Hernando County receive priority. All applicants must meet Section 8 HUD income limits and pay a nonrefundable $55 application fee per adult, plus potential additional fees for background checks. Applications are processed on a first-come, first-approved basis.
NSP Rental (Very Low-Income Set Aside )
Status
open
How to Apply
Additional Notes
Hernando County residents have priority, and applicants are processed on a first-come, first-approved basis. A nonrefundable $55 application fee per adult is required, with an additional $25 fee for extra background/credit checks if needed.
NSP Rental (Very Low-Income Set Aside)
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Primary residency in Hernando County, FL is required. Hernando County residents have priority. There is a nonrefundable $55 application fee per adult and a refundable $750.00 security deposit. Applicants are selected on a first come, first approved basis.
NSP Rental / Very Low-Income Set Aside
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This program assists low-income tenants seeking primary residency in Hernando County; residents of Hernando County receive priority. All applicants must meet Section 8 HUD income limits and pay a nonrefundable $55 application fee per adult, plus potential additional fees for background checks. Applications are processed on a first-come, first-approved basis.
NSP Rental Assistance
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This program assists low-income tenants seeking primary residence in Hernando County. Applicants must be primary residents, meet Section 8 HUD income limits, and Hernando County residents receive priority. A nonrefundable $55 application fee per adult applies, plus potential additional fees for background/credit checks. Applications are processed on a first-come, first-approved basis.
NSP Rental Very Low-Income Set Aside
Status
open
How to Apply
Additional Notes
Hernando County residents have priority; applicants must meet Section 8 HUD income limits and become primary residents of Hernando County, FL; a $55 nonrefundable application fee per adult applicant applies.
NSP/SHIP
Status
open
Open Date
Jul 26, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Hernando County residents have priority; applicants must meet Section 8 HUD income limits; a nonrefundable $55 application fee per adult plus $25 for background/credit checks are required; applications are processed on a first-come, first-approved basis.
Neighborhood Stabilization
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person or Mail
Additional Notes
Applicants must be primary residents of Hernando County and meet Section 8 HUD income eligibility; a nonrefundable $55 application fee is required per adult applicant, with priority for Hernando County residents.
Neighborhood Stabilization (NSP)
Status
open
How to Apply
Additional Notes
This program assists eligible tenants leasing a home in Hernando County; applicants must be primary residents, meet Section 8 HUD income limits, and Hernando County residents have priority, with applications processed first come, first approved. A nonrefundable $55 application fee is requested per adult at formal application.
Neighborhood Stabilization (NSP) Rental
Status
open
Open Date
May 27, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This program assists low-income eligible tenants in leasing a primary residence in Hernando County. Applicants must meet Section 8 HUD income limits and become primary residents, with Hernando County residents receiving priority. A nonrefundable $55 application fee per adult is required, with an additional $25 for further background/credit checks if needed; assistance is offered on a first-come, first-approved basis.
SHIP
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
For information on the State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) program, contact Health and Human Services at (352) 540-4338.
SHIP (State Housing Initiatives Partnership)
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
For information, contact Health and Human Services.
SHIP - Emergency Repair
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This program provides assistance to income-eligible homeowners for emergency repairs to remove health and safety hazards and correct code violations, such as roof, septic, HVAC, and electrical repairs.
SHIP - Purchase Assistance/Down Payment Assistance
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This program provides interest-free deferred forgivable loans for first-time homebuyers at or below 120% of the area median income for down payment, closing costs, and principal reduction.
State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP)
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
For information on the program, contact Health and Human Services at (352) 540-4338.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Applicants who decline two invitations for units may be purged from the waitlist. Family needs are considered when making invitations to apply.
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 Section 8 waiting list is currently CLOSED.
NSP Rental Wait List Application is available, but the status of the waitlist itself is not explicitly stated as open or closed. Given the context of other waitlists being closed, it is assumed to be closed.
Mainstream Vouchers provide rental assistance specifically for non-elderly persons with disabilities. The program helps individuals transition out of institutional settings or avoid institutionalization by subsidizing housing costs in the private market.
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance, allowing housing authorities to leverage private funding for property rehabilitation while preserving long-term affordability for residents.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Hernando County Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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 Hernando County Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Hernando County Housing Authority currently has 22 open waiting lists (Other Programs, Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Hernando 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 $52,150/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
Apply directly through the official Hernando County Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Hernando County Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Hernando County Housing Authority manages approximately 435 assisted housing units (435 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Brooksville. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Hernando County Housing Authority
Other Other Programs open
The Other Programs program at Hernando County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Brooksville. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Hernando 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 Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Hernando 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 Brooksville. This program serves approximately 435 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Hernando County Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Brooksville. 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.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Hernando County 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Hernando County Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Brooksville maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Hernando County Housing Authority?
Hernando County Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Hernando County Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $52,150. 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 | $21,950 | $36,500 | $58,450 |
| 2 Persons | $25,050 | $41,700 | $66,800 |
| 3 Persons | $28,200 | $46,950 | $75,150 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $52,150 | $83,450 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $56,350 | $90,150 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $60,500 | $96,850 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $64,700 | $103,500 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $68,850 | $110,200 |
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 Hernando County Housing Authority — including across state lines.