Southwestern Idaho Cooperative Housing Authority
Middleton, Idaho
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About Southwestern Idaho Cooperative Housing Authority
The Southwestern Idaho Cooperative Housing Authority (ID016) serves Middleton, Canyon County, Idaho. It manages approximately 1,128 assisted housing units, which include 1,086 Housing Choice Vouchers and 42 Public Housing units.
Currently, this housing authority is accepting applications for several programs. These include the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), and Public Housing. Additionally, various Rural Development programs are open, with options specifically for families and seniors.
For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit is $53,500 per year, applicable to the Boise City, ID HUD Metro FMR Area. Applicants are encouraged to verify the current status of all waitlists.
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Effective March 1, 2019, SICHA moved to one waiting list for all listed counties. The waiting list is approximately 2-3 years long.
View original notice — sicha.orgOther Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 1, 2019
How to Apply
Additional Notes
This program includes Rural Development Family and Senior Project Based Waiting Lists. No specific preferences mentioned in the available information.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 1, 2019
How to Apply
Additional Notes
The Rural Development Family and Senior waiting lists have been open since at least March 2019 until further notice. Waiting lists for a specific community or bedroom size may be closed, and Project Based Vouchers are available in Nampa ONLY.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 1, 2019
How to Apply
Additional Notes
Waiting lists for specific communities or bedroom sizes may be closed; eligibility requires meeting income, age/disability, and citizenship criteria.
Rural Development Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 1, 2019
How to Apply
Additional Notes
Separate applications are available for Family and Senior Rural Development programs; waiting lists for specific communities or bedroom sizes may be closed.
Rural Development - Family Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 1, 2019
How to Apply
Online (download), Mail
Additional Notes
Waiting lists for specific communities or bedroom sizes may be closed.
Rural Development - Family Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 1, 2019
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Waiting lists for specific communities or bedroom sizes may be closed.
Rural Development - Senior Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 1, 2019
How to Apply
Online (download), Mail
Additional Notes
Applicants must be 62 years of age or older; units consist of studio and one-bedroom apartments. Waiting lists for specific communities or bedroom sizes may be closed.
Rural Development - Senior Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 1, 2019
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Eligibility may include elderly (62 years or older) or disabled individuals. Waiting lists for specific communities or bedroom sizes may be closed.
Rural Development Family Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 1, 2019
How to Apply
Additional Notes
The Rural Development Family waiting list has been open since at least March 2019, with specific community or bedroom size waiting lists potentially closed.
Rural Development Senior Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 1, 2019
How to Apply
Additional Notes
The Rural Development Senior waiting list has been open since at least March 2019, though waiting lists for specific communities or bedroom sizes may be closed.
Rural Development Senior Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 1, 2019
How to Apply
Additional Notes
The Senior Rural Development waiting list is open until further notice. Applicants need to download and print the application online, then mail it to the SICHA office.
Other Programs
2 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.
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.
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 Southwestern Idaho Cooperative Housing Authority 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 Southwestern Idaho Cooperative Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Southwestern Idaho Cooperative Housing Authority currently has 12 open waiting lists (HCV, Other, PBV, Public Housing, Rural Development, Rural Development - Family, Rural Development - Family Housing, Rural Development - Senior, Rural Development - Senior Housing, Rural Development Family, Rural Development Senior, Rural Development Senior Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Southwestern Idaho Cooperative 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 $53,500/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 Southwestern Idaho Cooperative Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf. If applying online, take a screenshot of your confirmation page for your records.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Southwestern Idaho Cooperative Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Southwestern Idaho Cooperative Housing Authority manages approximately 1,128 assisted housing units (1,086 Section 8, 42 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Middleton. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Southwestern Idaho Cooperative Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) open
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Southwestern Idaho Cooperative 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 Middleton. This program serves approximately 1,086 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Other open
The Other program at Southwestern Idaho Cooperative Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Middleton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher open
Project-Based Vouchers at Southwestern Idaho Cooperative Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Middleton. 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 open
Public Housing units at Southwestern Idaho Cooperative Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Southwestern Idaho Cooperative Housing Authority manages approximately 42 Public Housing units in Middleton. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Rural Development open
The Rural Development program at Southwestern Idaho Cooperative Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Middleton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Rural Development - Family open
The Rural Development - Family program at Southwestern Idaho Cooperative Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Middleton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Rural Development - Family Housing open
The Rural Development - Family Housing program at Southwestern Idaho Cooperative Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Middleton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Rural Development - Senior open
The Rural Development - Senior program at Southwestern Idaho Cooperative Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Middleton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Rural Development - Senior Housing open
The Rural Development - Senior Housing program at Southwestern Idaho Cooperative Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Middleton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Rural Development Family open
The Rural Development Family program at Southwestern Idaho Cooperative Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Middleton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Rural Development Senior open
The Rural Development Senior program at Southwestern Idaho Cooperative Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Middleton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Rural Development Senior Housing open
The Rural Development Senior Housing program at Southwestern Idaho Cooperative Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Middleton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Southwestern Idaho Cooperative 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Southwestern Idaho Cooperative Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Middleton maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
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Southwestern Idaho Cooperative Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Southwestern Idaho Cooperative Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Boise City, ID HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $53,500. 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 | $22,500 | $37,450 | $59,950 |
| 2 Persons | $25,700 | $42,800 | $68,500 |
| 3 Persons | $28,900 | $48,150 | $77,050 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $53,500 | $85,600 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $57,800 | $92,450 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $62,050 | $99,300 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $66,350 | $106,150 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $70,650 | $113,000 |
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 Southwestern Idaho Cooperative Housing Authority — including across state lines.