Columbia County Housing Authority
Lake City, Florida
Last Updated
22 hours ago
About Columbia County Housing Authority
The Columbia County Housing Authority (PHA Code: FL125) serves Lake City, Columbia County, Florida, managing approximately 80 assisted housing units. This authority provides housing assistance programs within the region.
Currently, the Public Housing program is open for applications. Other programs managed by the authority, including the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Mainstream Voucher, and Project-Based Voucher (PBV) programs, are presently closed to new applicants. The status for the Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) program is currently unknown.
Prospective applicants should note that eligibility requirements apply, including income limits. For a family of four classified as Very Low Income in the Columbia County, FL area, the annual income limit is $38,300. This income threshold is a key factor in determining eligibility for housing assistance.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
The waiting list is currently accepting applications for families and senior/disabled individuals, with applications placed by date and time received. Eligibility is determined by annual gross income, family composition, and U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status.
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 Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) waiting list is currently closed. This program provides rental assistance to low-income families, the elderly, and the disabled in the private market.
No active waitlist information is currently available for Mainstream Vouchers, which provide rental assistance for non-elderly persons with disabilities.
No active waitlist information is currently available for Project-Based Vouchers, which are tied to specific housing units.
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
Contact Columbia County Housing Authority directly at (386) 752-4227 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 Columbia County Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Columbia 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 Columbia 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 $38,300/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 Columbia County Housing Authority directly at (386) 752-4227 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 Columbia County Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Columbia County Housing Authority manages approximately 80 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Lake City. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Columbia County Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Columbia County Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Columbia County Housing Authority manages approximately 80 Public Housing units in Lake City. 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 Columbia 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 Lake City. 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 Columbia 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.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Columbia County Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Lake City. 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Columbia County Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Lake City 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 Columbia County Housing Authority?
Columbia County Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Columbia County Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Columbia County, FL. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $38,300. 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 | $16,100 | $26,850 | $42,950 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $30,650 | $49,050 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $34,500 | $55,200 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $38,300 | $61,300 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $41,400 | $66,250 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $44,450 | $71,150 |
| 7 Persons | $47,500 | $47,500 | $76,050 |
| 8 Persons | $50,600 | $50,600 | $80,950 |
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 Columbia County Housing Authority — including across state lines.