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About Roseville Housing Commission
The Roseville Housing Commission (PHA Code: MI037) serves residents in Roseville, Macomb County, Michigan. This housing authority manages approximately 417 assisted housing units, including Public Housing units and Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV). They administer programs such as Public Housing, the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, and Project-Based Vouchers (PBV).
Currently, the waitlist for Public Housing is open for applications, with the commission managing 103 Public Housing units. The waitlists for the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, which covers 314 vouchers, and Project-Based Vouchers (PBV) are presently closed. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for eligibility in the Detroit-Warren-Livonia, MI HUD Metro FMR Area is $50,500 per year. Applicants should verify current income limits based on family size directly with the housing authority.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Aug 1, 2015
How to Apply
In-person, Mail, Phone
Additional Notes
This waitlist is for senior public housing (62+ years old, or 50-61 for Lawn Senior Buildings) with a preference for Roseville residents (living or working).
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.
When open, applications were accepted online, and a random lottery selected 500 applicants for the waiting list. Applicants must not exceed the Very Low Income Limit, and only one application per household is permitted.
The Project Based Voucher waiting list is closed as of July 26, 2025
Official Application
Contact Roseville Housing Commission directly at (586) 778-1360 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 Roseville Housing Commission
Check Current Status
Roseville Housing Commission currently has 1 open waiting list (Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Roseville Housing Commission, 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 $50,500/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
Contact Roseville Housing Commission directly at (586) 778-1360 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 Roseville Housing Commission, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Roseville Housing Commission manages approximately 417 assisted housing units (314 Section 8, 103 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Roseville. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Roseville Housing Commission
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Roseville Housing Commission are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Roseville Housing Commission manages approximately 103 Public Housing units in Roseville. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Roseville Housing Commission 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 Roseville. This program serves approximately 314 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 Roseville Housing Commission are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Roseville. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Roseville Housing Commission?
Roseville Housing Commission Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Roseville Housing Commission are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Detroit-Warren-Livonia, MI HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $50,500. 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 |
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| 1 Person | $21,250 | $35,350 | $56,600 |
| 2 Persons | $24,250 | $40,400 | $64,650 |
| 3 Persons | $27,300 | $45,450 | $72,750 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $50,500 | $80,800 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $54,550 | $87,300 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $58,600 | $93,750 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $62,650 | $100,200 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $66,700 | $106,700 |
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 Roseville Housing Commission — including across state lines.