Complete Guide to Section 8 & Public Housing in Nevada
Nevada has 3 housing authorities managing a combined 12 waiting lists across Section 8 (HCV), Public Housing, and Project-Based Voucher programs. Currently, 3 of those lists are accepting applications — an open rate of approximately 25%. This data was last verified on Apr 7, 2026.
Nevada currently features 3 housing authorities responsible for managing 12 housing assistance waiting lists across the state. As of now, only 3 of these lists are open, representing a 25% open rate, with the remaining 9 lists being closed. The Nevada Housing Division serves as the state housing agency, overseeing various initiatives to address housing needs.
For applicants seeking assistance, understanding which programs are available is key. Currently, one Project-Based Voucher (PBV) list is open out of three total PBV lists. Public Housing also has one open list from its two programs, and the Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH) program offers one open list. In contrast, all three Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) lists are closed, as are the single lists for Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), Emergency Housing Vouchers (EHV), and general Affordable Housing programs. A local tip for applicants suggests that while the Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority in Las Vegas manages a significant portion of Nevada's waiting lists, the Reno Housing Authority typically experiences shorter wait times.
Considering regional options can be beneficial. Carson City, with one housing authority, and Las Vegas, also with one housing authority, manage several lists. However, the Reno Housing Authority stands out by having 3 open waiting lists. Recent changes highlight the dynamic nature of these lists: the Nevada Rural Housing Authority in Carson City recently moved its Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) list from an unknown status to closed. Similarly, the Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority in Las Vegas closed its LIHTC list and a PBV list, both of which were previously open. Applicants are encouraged to regularly check the status of lists managed by all housing authorities, especially those in Reno, for potential opportunities.
The affordable housing programs tracked in Nevada include Project-Based Vouchers (PBV) (1 open), Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), Public Housing (1 open), VASH (1 open). Each program has its own eligibility criteria, application process, and wait times. In most cases, applicants can apply to multiple program types at the same housing authority, and there is no limit to the number of housing authorities you can apply to statewide.
The cities with the most open waitlists in Nevada right now are Reno (3) . Applicants who are flexible about location will generally receive assistance sooner than those who apply to a single waitlist in a high-demand area.
Latest opening: City of Reno Housing Authority — PBV
Eligibility Requirements for Nevada
To qualify for assistance in Nevada, applicants must meet specific income and household criteria set by the Nevada Housing Division.
- Income: Below HUD local limits
- Citizenship: U.S. Citizen or eligible legal status
- Background: Criminal background check required
- Residency: Preferences often given to locals
Real-Time Data Verification
Section 8 Waitlist aggregates data from official Nevada legal notices, government press releases, and PHA portal updates. Every listing is cross-referenced with Nevada Housing Division to ensure that families receive accurate information for low-income programs.