County of Maui
Wailuku, Hawaii
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About County of Maui
County of Maui (HUD agency code HI004) is the public housing agency serving Wailuku, Maui County, Hawaii. It administers 1,563 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 8 waiting lists at this agency, covering Affordable, Other, HCV, Public Housing, Mainstream, PBV, RAD. As of Jun 27, 2026, 2 are open and 3 are closed. Status is unconfirmed for 3 further lists.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Kahului-Wailuku-Lahaina, HI HUD Metro FMR Area. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $67,300 per year, and as Low Income at or below $107,700 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 1 status change at this agency, most recently on Feb 19, 2026.
Affordable Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The Imi Ikena Apartments in Wailuku have an open waitlist for 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom units. 25 units are reserved for residents earning at or below 50% AMI, with 2 units for those at or below 30% AMI.
Other Programs Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This program, administered by Maui Economic Opportunity, Inc. (MEO), provides assistance with rental deposits, utility deposits, and rental subsidies for individuals and families at risk of homelessness. Assistance is paid directly to landlords or utility companies; applications are reviewed by a Housing Specialist. Application methods include walk-in, phone, or written requests.
Other Programs
6 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.
Applications were selected and ordered using a random lottery system; only one application per household was allowed.
Additional programs administered by this housing authority that do not fall under a standard federal voucher or public housing category.
The public housing waitlist for Kahekili Terrace in Wailuku, HI, is currently closed.
Mainstream Vouchers provide rental assistance specifically for non-elderly persons with disabilities. The program helps individuals transition out of institutional settings or avoid institutionalization by subsidizing housing costs in the private market.
An older Project-Based Voucher waitlist was implemented in 2018 with applicants, but there is no current information about its open or closed status for new applications. The County of Maui is also in the beginning stages of working on a Request for Proposal to utilize Housing Choice Vouchers for new Project Based Vouchers.
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 County of Maui portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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 County of Maui
Check Current Status
County of Maui currently has 2 open waiting lists (Affordable Housing, Other Programs). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at County of Maui, 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 $67,300/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
Apply directly through the official County of Maui portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at County of Maui, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. County of Maui manages approximately 1,563 assisted housing units (1,563 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Wailuku. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at County of Maui
Affordable Affordable Housing open
The Affordable Housing program at County of Maui provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Wailuku. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Other Programs open
The Other Programs program at County of Maui provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Wailuku. 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 County of Maui 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 Wailuku. This program serves approximately 1,563 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 County of Maui 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.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at County of Maui 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) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at County of Maui are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Wailuku. 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 (RAD) closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at County of Maui converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Wailuku maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
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County of Maui Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the County of Maui are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Kahului-Wailuku-Lahaina, HI HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $67,300. 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 | $28,300 | $47,150 | $75,400 |
| 2 Persons | $32,350 | $53,850 | $86,200 |
| 3 Persons | $36,400 | $60,600 | $96,950 |
| 4 Persons | $40,400 | $67,300 | $107,700 |
| 5 Persons | $43,650 | $72,700 | $116,350 |
| 6 Persons | $49,640 | $78,100 | $124,950 |
| 7 Persons | $55,970 | $83,500 | $133,550 |
| 8 Persons | $62,300 | $88,850 | $142,200 |
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 County of Maui — including across state lines.