Westland Housing Commission
Westland, Michigan
Last Updated
20 hours ago
About Westland Housing Commission
The Westland Housing Commission serves Westland, Wayne County, Michigan. This housing authority manages approximately 1,255 assisted housing units, primarily through Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV). They also offer Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, and various Senior Housing options, including Westgate Towers.
Currently, all waiting lists for the Westland Housing Commission's programs are closed to new applicants. These programs include HCV, PBV, Public Housing, and all Senior Housing programs. For a very low-income family of four in the Detroit-Warren-Livonia, MI HUD Metro FMR Area, the current income limit is $50,500 per year.
Other Programs
12 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 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list was last open from June 2, 2023, to June 5, 2023, accepting online applications. Preferences were given to elderly or disabled persons and those living or working in Westland. A random lottery placed 1,000 applicants on the waiting list, and only one application per household was allowed.
This waiting list is for 1-Bedroom apartments at Westgate Towers, an independent senior living community for ages 62 and older. Applicants pay 30% of their income for rent with a housing voucher.
For 1-Bedroom apartments at Westgate Towers, an independent senior living community for ages 62 and older.
This list is for 1-bedroom apartments at Westgate Towers; preferences and application methods were not confirmed when last open.
This waiting list is for 1-Bedroom apartments at Westgate Towers, an independent senior living community for ages 62 and older. Applicants pay 30% of their income for rent with a housing voucher.
Westgate Towers is an independent senior living community for individuals aged 62 and older. Applicants utilizing a housing voucher pay 30% of their income for rent.
This waiting list is for 1-Bedroom apartments at Westgate Towers, an independent senior living community for ages 62 and older. Applicants pay 30% of their income for rent with a housing voucher.
The waiting list for 1-Bedroom apartments at Westgate Towers, an independent senior living community for ages 62 and older, is currently closed. Accepted applicants pay 30% of their income for rent with a housing voucher. How applicants could apply during its last opening (since at least October 2020) was not known, and preferences have not been confirmed.
This waiting list is for 1-Bedroom apartments at Westgate Towers, an independent senior living community for ages 62 and older. Applicants pay 30% of their income for rent with a housing voucher.
This waiting list is for 1-bedroom apartments for seniors aged 62 and older, with the Westland Housing Commission processing housing voucher applications.
This waiting list for 1-Bedroom apartments at Westgate Towers was last open since at least October 2020.
This waiting list is for 1-bedroom apartments at Westgate Towers, an independent senior living community for ages 62 and older. Accepted applicants pay 30% of their income for rent with a housing voucher. The list was last open since at least October 2020.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Westland Housing Commission directly at (734) 595-0288 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 Westland Housing Commission
Check Current Status
All 12 waiting lists at Westland Housing Commission 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 Westland 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 Westland Housing Commission directly at (734) 595-0288 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 Westland Housing Commission, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Westland Housing Commission manages approximately 1,255 assisted housing units (1,255 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Westland. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Westland Housing Commission
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Westland 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 Westland. This program serves approximately 1,255 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Other closed
The Other program at Westland Housing Commission provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Westland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other - Senior Housing closed
The Other - Senior Housing program at Westland Housing Commission provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Westland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Senior closed
The Other Senior program at Westland Housing Commission provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Westland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Senior (Westgate Towers) closed
The Other Senior (Westgate Towers) program at Westland Housing Commission provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Westland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Senior Housing closed
The Other Senior Housing program at Westland Housing Commission provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Westland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Senior Housing (Westgate Towers) closed
The Other Senior Housing (Westgate Towers) program at Westland Housing Commission provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Westland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Westland Housing Commission are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Westland. 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 Westland Housing Commission 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.
Westgate Towers (Senior Housing) closed
The Westgate Towers (Senior Housing) program at Westland Housing Commission provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Westland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Westgate Towers Other Senior Waiting List closed
The Westgate Towers Other Senior Waiting List program at Westland Housing Commission provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Westland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
other closed
The other program at Westland Housing Commission provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Westland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
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Westland Housing Commission Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Westland 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 Westland Housing Commission — including across state lines.