Municipality of Ciales
Ciales, Puerto Rico
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Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) waitlist opens in 14 days — Oct 20, 2026
About Municipality of Ciales
Municipality of Ciales (HUD agency code RQ052) is the public housing agency serving Ciales, Ciales Municipio, Puerto Rico. It administers 77 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 3 waiting lists at this agency, covering PBV, Public Housing, HCV. As of Sep 9, 2026, 2 are open and 1 is closed.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Barranquitas-Aibonito, PR HUD Metro FMR Area. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $14,350 per year, and as Low Income at or below $22,950 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 5 status changes at this agency, most recently on Sep 5, 2026.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
Additional Notes
Applications are currently being accepted for Project-Based Vouchers, preferences, and special programs.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Eligibility is based on income, family size, and other factors; applications are processed in order of receipt and organized by unit type, bedroom count, and applicable preferences, with some properties primarily serving persons with disabilities.
Opening Soon
1 upcomingSection 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Current Status
Currently Closed — Opens Oct 20, 2026
Details
The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) waiting list for the Municipality of Ciales will open on October 20, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, and may close earlier if the necessary number of applications is reached. Applications must be submitted in person at the Ciales Public Housing Office, Calle Muñiz Rivera #36, Ciales, PR 00638. Eligible applicants include families from Ciales and nearby areas, residents over 21, married minors, and emancipated minors. People with disabilities should contact the Municipal Federal Programs Department for a special form. One person per application will be accepted.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Municipality of Ciales portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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 Municipality of Ciales
Check Current Status
Municipality of Ciales currently has 2 open waiting lists (Project-Based Voucher (PBV), Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Municipality of Ciales, 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 $14,350/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 Municipality of Ciales portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Municipality of Ciales, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Municipality of Ciales manages approximately 77 assisted housing units (77 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Ciales. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Municipality of Ciales
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) open
Project-Based Vouchers at Municipality of Ciales are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Ciales. 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 Municipality of Ciales 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 Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Municipality of Ciales 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 Ciales. This program serves approximately 77 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Municipality of Ciales Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Municipality of Ciales are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Barranquitas-Aibonito, PR HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $14,350. 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 | $10,050 | $10,050 | $16,100 |
| 2 Persons | $11,500 | $11,500 | $18,400 |
| 3 Persons | $12,950 | $12,950 | $20,700 |
| 4 Persons | $14,350 | $14,350 | $22,950 |
| 5 Persons | $15,500 | $15,500 | $24,800 |
| 6 Persons | $16,650 | $16,650 | $26,650 |
| 7 Persons | $17,800 | $17,800 | $28,500 |
| 8 Persons | $18,950 | $18,950 | $30,300 |
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 Municipality of Ciales — including across state lines.