Housing Authority of City of Daytona Beach
Daytona Beach, Florida
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About Housing Authority of City of Daytona Beach
Housing Authority of City of Daytona Beach (HUD agency code FL007) is the public housing agency serving Daytona Beach, Volusia County, Florida. It administers 645 public housing units and 1,798 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 7 waiting lists at this agency, covering Mainstream, PBV, VASH, HCV, Public Housing, LIHTC, RAD. As of Sep 30, 2026, 3 are open and 2 are closed. Status is unconfirmed for 2 further lists.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Deltona-Daytona Beach-Ormond Beach, FL HUD Metro FMR Area. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $45,200 per year, and as Low Income at or below $72,300 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 25 status changes at this agency, most recently on Sep 30, 2026.
Mainstream Voucher Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The waitlist is open for Special Programs/VASH/New Admissions.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Preferences include elderly/disabled, residency in Daytona Beach/Volusia County, homelessness (referred by DBHA-approved agency), and involuntary displacement; one application per family.
Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The waitlist is open for Special Programs/VASH/New Admissions.
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.
Preferences include elderly/disabled, residency in Daytona Beach/Volusia County, homelessness (referred by DBHA-approved agency), and involuntary displacement. One application per family. Lottery used to place 2,000 applicants on the waiting list.
Preferences include residency in Daytona Beach/Volusia County, homelessness (referred by an HDB-approved agency), and involuntary displacement. One application per family.
The Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program incentivizes private development of affordable rental housing. Properties receiving tax credits must reserve a percentage of units for income-eligible tenants at below-market rents.
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 Housing Authority of City of Daytona Beach portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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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 Authority of City of Daytona Beach
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of City of Daytona Beach currently has 3 open waiting lists (Mainstream Voucher, Project-Based Voucher (PBV), Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH)). 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 City of Daytona Beach, 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 $45,200/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 Housing Authority of City of Daytona Beach portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Housing Authority of City of Daytona Beach, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of City of Daytona Beach manages approximately 2,443 assisted housing units (1,798 Section 8, 645 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Daytona Beach. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of City of Daytona Beach
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher open
Mainstream Vouchers at Housing Authority of City of Daytona Beach 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 (PBV) open
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of City of Daytona Beach are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Daytona 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.
VASH Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH) open
The HUD-VASH program at Housing Authority of City of Daytona Beach combines Housing Choice Vouchers with VA supportive services for homeless veterans in Daytona Beach. Referrals are made through the local VA Medical Center — contact the VA to begin the application process.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of City of Daytona Beach 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 Daytona Beach. This program serves approximately 1,798 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of City of Daytona Beach are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of City of Daytona Beach manages approximately 645 Public Housing units in Daytona Beach. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
LIHTC Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) closed
The Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program at Housing Authority of City of Daytona Beach provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Daytona Beach. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Housing Authority of City of Daytona Beach converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Daytona Beach maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Housing Authority of City of Daytona Beach Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of City of Daytona Beach are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Deltona-Daytona Beach-Ormond Beach, FL HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $45,200. 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 | $19,000 | $31,650 | $50,650 |
| 2 Persons | $21,700 | $36,200 | $57,850 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $40,700 | $65,100 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $45,200 | $72,300 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $48,850 | $78,100 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $52,450 | $83,900 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $56,050 | $89,700 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $59,650 | $95,450 |
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 City of Daytona Beach — including across state lines.