Palm Beach County Housing Authority
West Palm Beach, Florida
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About Palm Beach County Housing Authority
The Palm Beach County Housing Authority, located in West Palm Beach, Palm Beach County, Florida, provides assisted housing options for eligible residents in its service area.
This authority manages approximately 3,560 assisted housing units. These include 3,133 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) units and 427 Public Housing units. The programs managed by the Palm Beach County Housing Authority include Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Mainstream, Project-Based Voucher (PBV), and Public Housing.
Currently, all waiting lists for these programs are closed to new applications. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit in the West Palm Beach-Boca Raton, FL HUD Metro FMR Area is $58,450 per year. Potential applicants should monitor for future announcements regarding waitlist openings.
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.
Housing Choice Voucher provides rental assistance to qualified applicants to facilitate rental of privately owned units.
Information regarding the Mainstream Vouchers waiting list status is not currently available, but the Palm Beach County Housing Authority indicates all waiting lists are currently closed.
PBCHA also manages affordable housing and project-based housing developments to provide additional opportunities for persons who do not need subsidized assistance.
Public Housing units are owned by PBCHA, managed by PBCHA’s nonprofit SPECTRA, and rented to qualified applicants. Participants pay 30% of their income for rent.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Palm Beach County Housing Authority directly at (561) 684-2160 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
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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 Palm Beach County Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 4 waiting lists at Palm Beach County 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 Palm Beach 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 $58,450/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 Palm Beach County Housing Authority directly at (561) 684-2160 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 Palm Beach County Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Palm Beach County Housing Authority manages approximately 3,560 assisted housing units (3,133 Section 8, 427 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in West Palm Beach. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Palm Beach County Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Palm Beach 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 West Palm Beach. This program serves approximately 3,133 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 Palm Beach 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 Palm Beach County Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in West Palm 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 Palm Beach County Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Palm Beach County Housing Authority manages approximately 427 Public Housing units in West Palm Beach. 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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Palm Beach County Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Palm Beach County Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for West Palm Beach-Boca Raton, FL HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $58,450. 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 | $24,550 | $40,950 | $65,450 |
| 2 Persons | $28,050 | $46,800 | $74,800 |
| 3 Persons | $31,550 | $52,600 | $84,150 |
| 4 Persons | $35,050 | $58,450 | $93,500 |
| 5 Persons | $37,900 | $63,150 | $101,000 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $67,850 | $108,500 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $72,500 | $115,950 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $77,200 | $123,450 |
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 Palm Beach County Housing Authority — including across state lines.