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About Baltimore County
Baltimore County Housing Authority, located in Baltimore County, Maryland (PHA Code MD033), manages approximately 6,691 assisted housing units. These units are primarily administered through the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program. All waiting lists for housing assistance programs managed by this authority are currently closed to new applicants.
The authority offers various programs, including the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Project-Based Voucher (PBV), and Public Housing programs, all of which have closed waiting lists. Information regarding the status of Mainstream and RAD (Rental Assistance Demonstration) programs is not publicly available at this time.
For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD MSA area is $65,150 per year. Prospective applicants should regularly check official Baltimore County housing authority communications for any announcements regarding the potential reopening of waiting lists for these programs.
Other Programs
5 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 Baltimore County Office of Housing is not accepting any preliminary applications for the Housing Choice Voucher program until further notice.
The waiting list for project-based housing with the Baltimore County Office of Housing is currently closed.
The Baltimore County Office of Housing is not accepting applications for any waiting lists and they are not scheduled to open anytime soon.
No specific waiting list information for the Mainstream program was found.
No specific waiting list information for the RAD program was found for Baltimore County.
Official Application
Contact Baltimore County directly at (410) 887-2766 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 Baltimore County
Check Current Status
All 3 waiting lists at Baltimore County 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 Baltimore County, 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 $65,150/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 Baltimore County directly at (410) 887-2766 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 Baltimore County, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Baltimore County manages approximately 6,691 assisted housing units (6,691 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Baltimore. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Baltimore County
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Baltimore County 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 Baltimore. This program serves approximately 6,691 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Baltimore County are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Baltimore. 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 Baltimore County 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 Baltimore County 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 Baltimore County converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Baltimore 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 Baltimore County?
Baltimore County Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Baltimore County are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $65,150. 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 | $27,400 | $45,650 | $72,950 |
| 2 Persons | $31,300 | $52,150 | $83,400 |
| 3 Persons | $35,200 | $58,650 | $93,800 |
| 4 Persons | $39,100 | $65,150 | $104,200 |
| 5 Persons | $42,250 | $70,400 | $112,550 |
| 6 Persons | $45,400 | $75,600 | $120,900 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $80,800 | $129,250 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $86,000 | $137,550 |
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 Baltimore County — including across state lines.