Hollywood Housing Authority
Hollywood, Florida
Last Updated
23 hours ago
About Hollywood Housing Authority
The Hollywood Housing Authority (PHA Code: FL136) serves Hollywood, Broward County, Florida. This authority manages approximately 956 assisted housing units, which include 926 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 30 Public Housing units.
Programs offered by the Hollywood Housing Authority encompass Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), Public Housing, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), RAD, and Welfare to Work initiatives. All waiting lists for these programs are currently closed, meaning applications are not being accepted at this time.
Eligibility for assistance is subject to income limits. For example, the Very Low Income threshold for a family of four in the Fort Lauderdale, FL HUD Metro FMR Area is $57,650 per year.
Other Programs
8 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.
When open, preference is given to persons residing or employed in Hollywood, with a second preference for families participating in or graduating from an approved Hollywood Transitional Family Housing Program, and applications are limited to the first 500 families/individuals.
The Welfare to Work waiting list is suspended due to a large number of applicants currently on the list.
The Welfare to Work waiting list is suspended due to a large number of applicants currently on the list.
The waiting list for Project-Based Voucher (PBV) apartments at Hollywood Village is currently closed.
When open, preference is given to persons who reside or are employed within the City of Hollywood, and applications are limited to the first 50 families/individuals.
The waiting list for Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) units, including Hollywood Village apartments, is currently closed.
The Welfare to Work waiting list is suspended due to a large number of applicants currently on the list.
The Welfare to Work waiting list is suspended due to a large number of applicants.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Hollywood Housing Authority directly at (954) 989-4691 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 Hollywood Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 8 waiting lists at Hollywood 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 Hollywood 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 Hollywood Housing Authority directly at (954) 989-4691 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 Hollywood Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Hollywood Housing Authority manages approximately 956 assisted housing units (926 Section 8, 30 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Hollywood. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Hollywood Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Hollywood 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 Hollywood. This program serves approximately 926 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Other closed
The Other program at Hollywood Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Hollywood. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (Welfare to Work) closed
The Other (Welfare to Work) program at Hollywood Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Hollywood. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Hollywood Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Hollywood. 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 Hollywood Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Hollywood Housing Authority manages approximately 30 Public Housing units in Hollywood. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Hollywood Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Hollywood maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Welfare to Work closed
The Welfare to Work program at Hollywood Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Hollywood. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
other closed
The other program at Hollywood Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Hollywood. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
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Hollywood Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Hollywood 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Hollywood Housing Authority — including across state lines.