Housing Authority of the County of San Juan
Farmington, New Mexico
Last Updated
22 hours ago
About Housing Authority of the County of San Juan
The Housing Authority of the County of San Juan (HACCSJ), identified by PHA Code NM066, provides housing assistance in Farmington, San Juan County, New Mexico. HACCSJ manages approximately 387 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers. Currently, the waitlist for the Public Housing program is open for new applications. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program waitlist is presently closed to new applicants.
For a family of four, the very low income limit for the Farmington, NM MSA area is $37,800 per year. Prospective applicants should confirm specific income requirements for their household size directly with HACCSJ. Details regarding the availability of Mainstream, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), and Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) programs are unknown at this time.
Recent updates indicate a shift in waitlist status: the Public Housing program waitlist moved from closed to open, and the Housing Choice Voucher program waitlist changed from open to closed. Applicants should always contact the authority directly for the most current information on program status and application procedures.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Initial applications for public housing are received in person on Mondays and Wednesdays from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., or by mail; applications can be obtained at the office or via the Housing Department website. If an applicant declines two invitations, their application will be purged from the waitlist.
Other Programs
4 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 waiting list for the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) program is currently not accepting applications.
No active waitlist information currently available; Mainstream Vouchers provide rental assistance specifically for non-elderly persons with disabilities.
The Project-Based Voucher (PBV) program helps pay for rent in specific privately-owned rental housing units, and assistance is tied to the unit. Eligibility is determined by the PHA based on total annual gross income and family size, limited to US citizens and specified categories of non-citizens.
No active waitlist information currently available; the Rental Assistance Demonstration program converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the County of San Juan 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 County of San Juan
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the County of San Juan 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 Housing Authority of the County of San Juan, 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 $37,800/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 County of San Juan 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 County of San Juan, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the County of San Juan manages approximately 387 assisted housing units (387 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Farmington. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the County of San Juan
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the County of San Juan 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.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the County of San Juan 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 Farmington. This program serves approximately 387 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 County of San Juan 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.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the County of San Juan are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Farmington. 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Housing Authority of the County of San Juan converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Farmington maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Housing Authority of the County of San Juan Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the County of San Juan are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Farmington, NM MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $37,800. 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 | $15,900 | $26,500 | $42,350 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $30,250 | $48,400 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $34,050 | $54,450 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $37,800 | $60,500 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $40,850 | $65,350 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $43,850 | $70,200 |
| 7 Persons | $46,900 | $46,900 | $75,050 |
| 8 Persons | $49,900 | $49,900 | $79,900 |
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 County of San Juan — including across state lines.