Dania Beach Housing Authority
Dania Beach, Florida
Last Updated
23 hours ago
About Dania Beach Housing Authority
Dania Beach Housing Authority (HUD agency code FL116) is the public housing agency serving Dania Beach, Broward County, Florida. It administers 636 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 7 waiting lists at this agency, covering FUP, FYI, HCV, Mainstream, Other, PBV, Public Housing. As of May 17, 2026, all 7 tracked lists are closed to new applications.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Fort Lauderdale, FL HUD Metro FMR Area. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $57,650 per year, and as Low Income at or below $92,200 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 4 status changes at this agency, most recently on Aug 24, 2026.
Other Programs
7 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 pre-application list for all programs administered by Dania Beach Housing Authority is currently closed with no known reopening date.
The pre-application list for all programs administered by Dania Beach Housing Authority is currently closed with no known reopening date.
500 selected applicants were placed on the waiting list by random lottery, with preferences for families terminated from HCV, elderly, foster youth, and mainstream.
The pre-application list for all programs administered by Dania Beach Housing Authority is currently closed with no known reopening date.
The Dania Beach Housing Pre-Application list for all programs, including Foster Youth and Family Unification, is currently closed.
This waiting list was for 1-Bedroom Senior Section 8 Project-Based Voucher rental housing assistance at Saratoga Crossing.
The waiting list for 3-7 bedroom family units closed once 50 names were received.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Dania Beach Housing Authority directly 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 Dania Beach Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 7 waiting lists at Dania Beach Housing Authority 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 Dania Beach 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 $57,650/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 Dania Beach Housing Authority directly at 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 Dania Beach Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Dania Beach Housing Authority manages approximately 636 assisted housing units (636 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Dania Beach. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Dania Beach Housing Authority
FUP Family Unification Program (FUP) closed
The Family Unification Program (FUP) program at Dania Beach Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Dania Beach. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
FYI Foster Youth to Independence (FYI) closed
The Foster Youth to Independence (FYI) program at Dania Beach Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Dania Beach. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Dania Beach 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 Dania Beach. This program serves approximately 636 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 Dania Beach 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.
Other Other Programs closed
The Other Programs program at Dania Beach Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Dania Beach. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Dania Beach Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Dania Beach. 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 Dania Beach 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Dania Beach Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Dania Beach Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Fort Lauderdale, FL HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $57,650. 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 |
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| 1 Person | $24,250 | $40,350 | $64,550 |
| 2 Persons | $27,700 | $46,100 | $73,800 |
| 3 Persons | $31,150 | $51,850 | $83,000 |
| 4 Persons | $34,600 | $57,650 | $92,200 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $62,250 | $99,600 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $66,900 | $107,000 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $71,500 | $114,350 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $76,100 | $121,750 |
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 Dania Beach Housing Authority — including across state lines.