Housing Authority of the City of Aurora
Aurora, Illinois
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About Housing Authority of the City of Aurora
The Housing Authority of the City of Aurora (HACA), located in Aurora, Kane County, Illinois, manages approximately 1,964 assisted housing units. This total comprises 1,499 Section 8 housing choice vouchers and 465 Public Housing units.
Currently, HACA is accepting applications for its various Senior Housing programs. These specifically include Senior Housing, Senior Housing (Fletcher Gardens), and Senior Housing - Fletcher Gardens. Most other programs, such as Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), Mainstream, Non-elderly Disabled (NED), Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, and VASH, are currently closed to new applications.
Applicants should note that for a family of four, the Very Low Income limit is $59,950 per year, aligned with the Chicago-Joliet-Naperville, IL HUD Metro FMR Area. Those interested in the open Senior Housing programs should verify eligibility requirements directly with HACA.
Senior Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Additional Notes
The Senior Housing Waitlist is still open for Fletcher Gardens, a senior (62 years or older) community. It will remain open until 200 applications are reached. As of 3/25/2026, 100 applications have been received.
View original notice — aurorahousing.orgSenior Housing (Fletcher Gardens) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
May 23, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This pre-application lottery is for seniors aged 62 or older with rent subsidized based on income; the waitlist will close once 200 applications are received.
Senior Housing - Fletcher Gardens Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
May 23, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This is a pre-application lottery opportunity for a senior community (62 years old or older only) where rent is subsidized based on income. The waitlist will remain open until 200 applications are reached; as of March 25, 2026, 100 applications have been received.
Other Programs
13 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.
All Emergency Housing Vouchers (EHVs) in the metro area have been allocated. Announcements for waitlist openings are found at https://www.aurorahousing.org/resources.
The Mainstream Voucher waiting list is closed; eligible applicants must be non-elderly (18-61), disabled, homeless, or receiving supportive services from specified organizations.
Applicants must be non-elderly (18-61) and disabled.
Applicants must be non-elderly (18-61) and disabled.
Eligibility requires applicants to be non-elderly (18-61) and disabled.
NED vouchers enable non-elderly disabled families to lease affordable private housing; selection is a lottery-based process, but the associated Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is currently closed.
Applicants must be non-elderly (18-61) and disabled.
The St. Charles Senior Living Community Project-Based Voucher waiting list for 1 and 2-bedroom apartments was open from April 2021, until May 15, 2024, and requires at least one household member to be 55 or older. Eligibility income generally may not exceed 50% of the median income, and preferences are not yet confirmed.
Senior Housing Waitlist for Fletcher Gardens is open for pre-application lottery. It started May 23, 2025 and will remain open until 200 applications are reached. As of 3/25/2026, 100 applications have been received.
Applicants for VASH vouchers must be referred from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
The Non-elderly Disabled (NED) Voucher requires applicants to be non-elderly (18-61) and disabled.
Applicants for the FUP program must be referred from Arapahoe County Human Services.
The Housing Authority of the City of Aurora conducts lotteries for this program as needed, but no current open status or application details are available.
Status History
Deadline: Mar 6, 2026
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City of Aurora 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 Housing Authority of the City of Aurora
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the City of Aurora currently has 3 open waiting lists (Senior Housing, Senior Housing (Fletcher Gardens), Senior Housing - Fletcher Gardens). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Housing Authority of the City of Aurora, 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 $59,950/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 Housing Authority of the City of Aurora 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 Housing Authority of the City of Aurora, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Aurora manages approximately 1,964 assisted housing units (1,499 Section 8, 465 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Aurora. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Aurora
Senior Housing open
The Senior Housing program at Housing Authority of the City of Aurora provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Aurora. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Senior Housing (Fletcher Gardens) open
The Senior Housing (Fletcher Gardens) program at Housing Authority of the City of Aurora provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Aurora. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Senior Housing - Fletcher Gardens open
The Senior Housing - Fletcher Gardens program at Housing Authority of the City of Aurora provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Aurora. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City of Aurora 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 Aurora. This program serves approximately 1,499 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 Housing Authority of the City of Aurora 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.
NED closed
The NED program at Housing Authority of the City of Aurora provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Aurora. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
NED Voucher closed
The NED Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City of Aurora provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Aurora. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Non-elderly Disabled (NED) Voucher closed
The Non-elderly Disabled (NED) Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City of Aurora provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Aurora. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Non-elderly Disabled (NED) Vouchers closed
The Non-elderly Disabled (NED) Vouchers program at Housing Authority of the City of Aurora provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Aurora. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Non-elderly Disabled Voucher (NED) closed
The Non-elderly Disabled Voucher (NED) program at Housing Authority of the City of Aurora provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Aurora. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Aurora are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Aurora. 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 Housing Authority of the City of Aurora are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of the City of Aurora manages approximately 465 Public Housing units in Aurora. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
VASH Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing closed
The HUD-VASH program at Housing Authority of the City of Aurora combines Housing Choice Vouchers with VA supportive services for homeless veterans in Aurora. Referrals are made through the local VA Medical Center — contact the VA to begin the application process.
other closed
The other program at Housing Authority of the City of Aurora provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Aurora. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
FUP closed
The FUP program at Housing Authority of the City of Aurora provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Aurora. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Moderate Rehabilitation closed
The Moderate Rehabilitation program at Housing Authority of the City of Aurora provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Aurora. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
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Housing Authority of the City of Aurora Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Aurora are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Chicago-Joliet-Naperville, IL HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $59,950. 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 | $25,200 | $42,000 | $67,150 |
| 2 Persons | $28,800 | $48,000 | $76,750 |
| 3 Persons | $32,400 | $54,000 | $86,350 |
| 4 Persons | $35,950 | $59,950 | $95,900 |
| 5 Persons | $38,850 | $64,750 | $103,600 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $69,550 | $111,250 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $74,350 | $118,950 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $79,150 | $126,600 |
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 Housing Authority of the City of Aurora — including across state lines.