Housing Authority of the City of Salisbury
Salisbury, North Carolina
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About Housing Authority of the City of Salisbury
The Housing Authority of the City of Salisbury (PHA Code: NC016) is situated in Salisbury, Rowan County, North Carolina. This authority has offered various housing assistance programs, including Public Housing, Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), and multiple forms of Project-Based Rental Assistance (PBRA), such as Elderly CHAP and Family CHAP.
All waiting lists for programs administered by the Housing Authority of the City of Salisbury are currently closed to new applicants. This status includes Public Housing, HCV, and all Project-Based Rental Assistance programs, with recent changes indicating both HCV and Public Housing lists are now closed.
For prospective applicants, the Very Low Income limit for a family of four in Rowan County, NC, is $43,850 per year. Interested parties should regularly monitor for official announcements regarding any future openings of waiting lists.
Other Programs
20 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 Elderly CHAP waiting list is currently closed.
The Family CHAP waiting list is currently closed.
The Housing Authority of the City of Salisbury is a Section 8 public housing agency. Rowan County Housing Authority offers vouchers for approved Section 8 properties.
The waiting list for PBRA Elderly CHAP is currently closed.
The waiting list for PBRA Family CHAP is currently closed.
The waiting list for Elderly CHAP under PBRA Housing is closed.
The waiting list for Family CHAP under PBRA Housing is closed.
The waiting list for PBRA Elderly CHAP is currently closed.
The waiting list for PBRA Family CHAP is currently closed.
Waiting lists for Family CHAP and Elderly CHAP are currently closed.
The PBRA Housing Elderly CHAP waiting list is currently closed.
The PBRA Housing Family CHAP waiting list is currently closed.
The Elderly CHAP waiting list is currently closed.
The Family CHAP waiting list is currently closed.
The Family CHAP and Elderly CHAP waiting lists are currently closed.
The Family CHAP and Elderly CHAP Project-Based Rental Assistance (PBRA) housing waitlists are closed.
The Housing Authority of the City of Salisbury is a Public Housing public housing agency.
Waiting list is currently closed, based on general announcements from the housing authority.
Elderly CHAP is closed.
Information on the PBRA Housing program is available, but the waiting list status is not explicitly stated.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City of Salisbury 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 Salisbury
Check Current Status
All 19 waiting lists at Housing Authority of the City of Salisbury 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 Housing Authority of the City of Salisbury, 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 $43,850/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 Salisbury 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 Salisbury, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Wait times vary from 6 months to over 5 years depending on local demand and funding. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Salisbury
Elderly CHAP closed
The Elderly CHAP program at Housing Authority of the City of Salisbury provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Salisbury. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Family CHAP closed
The Family CHAP program at Housing Authority of the City of Salisbury provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Salisbury. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City of Salisbury 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 Salisbury. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
PBRA (Elderly CHAP) closed
The PBRA (Elderly CHAP) program at Housing Authority of the City of Salisbury provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Salisbury. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBRA (Family CHAP) closed
The PBRA (Family CHAP) program at Housing Authority of the City of Salisbury provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Salisbury. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBRA - Elderly CHAP closed
The PBRA - Elderly CHAP program at Housing Authority of the City of Salisbury provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Salisbury. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBRA - Family CHAP closed
The PBRA - Family CHAP program at Housing Authority of the City of Salisbury provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Salisbury. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBRA Elderly CHAP closed
The PBRA Elderly CHAP program at Housing Authority of the City of Salisbury provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Salisbury. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBRA Family CHAP closed
The PBRA Family CHAP program at Housing Authority of the City of Salisbury provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Salisbury. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBRA Housing closed
The PBRA Housing program at Housing Authority of the City of Salisbury provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Salisbury. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBRA Housing (Elderly CHAP) closed
The PBRA Housing (Elderly CHAP) program at Housing Authority of the City of Salisbury provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Salisbury. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBRA Housing (Family CHAP) closed
The PBRA Housing (Family CHAP) program at Housing Authority of the City of Salisbury provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Salisbury. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBRA Housing - Elderly CHAP closed
The PBRA Housing - Elderly CHAP program at Housing Authority of the City of Salisbury provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Salisbury. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBRA Housing - Family CHAP closed
The PBRA Housing - Family CHAP program at Housing Authority of the City of Salisbury provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Salisbury. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBRA/CHAP closed
The PBRA/CHAP program at Housing Authority of the City of Salisbury provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Salisbury. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Salisbury are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Salisbury. 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 Housing Authority of the City of Salisbury 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Housing Authority of the City of Salisbury converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Salisbury maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
other closed
The other program at Housing Authority of the City of Salisbury provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Salisbury. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBRA closed
The PBRA program at Housing Authority of the City of Salisbury provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Salisbury. 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 Salisbury?
Housing Authority of the City of Salisbury Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Salisbury are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Rowan County, NC HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $43,850. 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 | $18,450 | $30,700 | $49,150 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $35,100 | $56,150 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $39,450 | $63,150 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $43,850 | $70,150 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $47,400 | $75,800 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $50,900 | $81,400 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $54,350 | $87,000 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $57,850 | $92,600 |
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 Salisbury — including across state lines.