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About Brevard Housing Authority
The Brevard Housing Authority, located in Brevard, Transylvania County, North Carolina (PHA Code NC090), manages approximately 163 assisted housing units. The authority offers various housing assistance programs, including Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Mainstream, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, and RAD.
Currently, all waiting lists for programs offered by Brevard Housing Authority are closed. This includes HCV, Mainstream, PBV, and Public Housing, with PBV and Public Housing waitlists having recently closed. The status of the RAD program waitlist is unknown. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for the Transylvania County, NC area is $42,050 per year. Applicants should directly consult the Brevard Housing Authority for updates on future waitlist openings.
Other Programs
5 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 (Section 8) waiting list is currently closed. Information regarding future openings is not available on this page.
No specific preferences or restrictions mentioned in the available information.
The Project-Based Voucher (PBV) waiting list is currently closed. Information regarding future openings is not available on this page.
The Public Housing waiting list is currently closed. Information regarding future openings is not available on this page.
The program converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Brevard Housing Authority directly at (828) 239-3513 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 Brevard Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 4 waiting lists at Brevard Housing Authority 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 Brevard Housing Authority, 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 $42,050/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 Brevard Housing Authority directly at (828) 239-3513 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 Brevard Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Brevard Housing Authority manages approximately 163 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Brevard. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Brevard Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Brevard Housing Authority 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 Brevard. 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 Brevard Housing Authority 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 Brevard Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Brevard. 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 Brevard Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Brevard Housing Authority manages approximately 163 Public Housing units in Brevard. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Brevard Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Brevard maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Brevard Housing Authority?
Brevard Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Brevard Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Transylvania County, NC. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $42,050. 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 | $17,700 | $29,400 | $47,100 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $33,600 | $53,800 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $37,800 | $60,550 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $42,050 | $67,250 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $45,400 | $72,650 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $48,750 | $78,050 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $52,100 | $83,400 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $55,500 | $88,800 |
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 Brevard Housing Authority — including across state lines.