Housing Authority of the City of Truth or Consequences
Truth Or Consequences, New Mexico
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About Housing Authority of the City of Truth or Consequences
The Housing Authority of the City of Truth or Consequences (PHA Code: NM020) serves Truth Or Consequences, Sierra County, New Mexico. It manages approximately 293 assisted housing units, which include 193 Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) and 100 Public Housing units.
Currently, the Housing Authority has open waitlists for several programs: Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, Rural Development 515, Rural Development 515 Program, USDA Rural Development 515, and an 'Other' program category. For a family of four in the Sierra County, NM area, the Very Low Income limit is $34,400 per year.
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jan 6, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The TCHA prefers extremely low-income households, and eligibility is limited to U.S. citizens and specific categories of non-citizens. New voucher holders must lease within Sierra County for the first 12 months.
View original notice — torchousing.orgOther Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Puesta de Sol Apartments is a USDA Rural Development 515 program offering 20 apartments (16 two-bedroom, 4 three-bedroom, one wheelchair accessible) with rental assistance. Eligibility is based on income, acceptable background, and rental history; applications, requiring various household documents, are placed on the waiting list by date and time received.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
84 Project-Based Voucher apartments for the elderly (62 years of age or disabled). Placement on the waiting list is by date and time a fully completed application is received.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The Housing Authority is currently accepting pre-applications for families and senior/disabled households, with a preference for extremely low-income households.
Rural Development 515 Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The waiting list is open for these apartments, which provide rental assistance through the USDA Rural Development 515 program. Applications can be downloaded online and must be completely filled out, signed, and returned to the Housing Authority to be placed on the waiting list by date and time received. Eligibility is based on income, acceptable background, and rental history.
Rural Development 515 Program Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This program offers 20 apartments (sixteen 2-bedroom, four 3-bedroom) with rental assistance at Puesta de Sol Apartments. Eligibility is based on income, acceptable background, and rental history, with placement on the waiting list determined by the date and time a fully completed application is received.
USDA Rural Development 515 Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This program, Puesta de Sol Apartments, offers 2 and 3 bedroom apartments. Placement on the waiting list is by date and time a fully completed application is received.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City of Truth or Consequences 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 City of Truth or Consequences
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the City of Truth or Consequences currently has 7 open waiting lists (HCV, Other, PBV, Public Housing, Rural Development 515, Rural Development 515 Program, USDA Rural Development 515). 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 City of Truth or Consequences, 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 $34,400/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 City of Truth or Consequences 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 City of Truth or Consequences, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Truth or Consequences manages approximately 293 assisted housing units (193 Section 8, 100 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Truth Or Consequences. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Truth or Consequences
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) open
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City of Truth or Consequences 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 Truth Or Consequences. This program serves approximately 193 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Other open
The Other program at Housing Authority of the City of Truth or Consequences provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Truth Or Consequences. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher open
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Truth or Consequences are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Truth Or Consequences. 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 open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the City of Truth or Consequences are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of the City of Truth or Consequences manages approximately 100 Public Housing units in Truth Or Consequences. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Rural Development 515 open
The Rural Development 515 program at Housing Authority of the City of Truth or Consequences provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Truth Or Consequences. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Rural Development 515 Program open
The Rural Development 515 Program program at Housing Authority of the City of Truth or Consequences provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Truth Or Consequences. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
USDA Rural Development 515 open
The USDA Rural Development 515 program at Housing Authority of the City of Truth or Consequences provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Truth Or Consequences. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Housing Authority of the City of Truth or Consequences?
Housing Authority of the City of Truth or Consequences Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Truth or Consequences are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Sierra County, NM. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $34,400. 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 | $15,650 | $24,100 | $38,550 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $27,550 | $44,050 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $31,000 | $49,550 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $34,400 | $55,050 |
| 5 Persons | $37,200 | $37,200 | $59,500 |
| 6 Persons | $39,950 | $39,950 | $63,900 |
| 7 Persons | $42,700 | $42,700 | $68,300 |
| 8 Persons | $45,450 | $45,450 | $72,700 |
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 Housing Authority of the City of Truth or Consequences — including across state lines.