Municipality of Comerio
Comerio, Puerto Rico
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23 hours ago
About Municipality of Comerio
Municipality of Comerio (HUD agency code RQ034) is the public housing agency serving Comerio, Comerio Municipio, Puerto Rico. It administers 121 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 5 waiting lists at this agency, covering PBV, HCV, Public Housing, Mainstream, RAD. As of Sep 11, 2026, 1 is open and 2 are closed. Status is unconfirmed for 2 further lists.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the San Juan-Guaynabo, PR HUD Metro FMR Area. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $19,450 per year, and as Low Income at or below $31,100 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 10 status changes at this agency, most recently on Jun 25, 2026.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Eligibility requires income below HUD limits (e.g., $19,450 for a family of four); applicants are placed on the waiting list based on application date and preferences which may include veterans, elderly, disabled, working families, or local residents.
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 HCV waitlist for the Municipality of Comerio, PR, was last verified as closed on June 23, 2026. Eligibility is subject to income limits, primarily serving families, elderly residents, and persons with disabilities; vouchers are portable.
The Public Housing waitlist for Municipality of Comerio, PR was last verified as closed on June 6, 2026. Eligibility is based on income, family size, and preferences; applicants declining two invitations may be purged from the waitlist.
No active waitlist information currently available for the Mainstream Voucher program.
No active waitlist information currently available for the Rental Assistance Demonstration program.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Municipality of Comerio directly 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 Municipality of Comerio
Check Current Status
Municipality of Comerio currently has 1 open waiting list (Project-Based Voucher (PBV)). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Municipality of Comerio, 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 $19,450/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 Municipality of Comerio directly at 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 Municipality of Comerio, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Municipality of Comerio manages approximately 121 assisted housing units (121 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Comerio. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Municipality of Comerio
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) open
Project-Based Vouchers at Municipality of Comerio are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Comerio. 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.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Municipality of Comerio 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 Comerio. This program serves approximately 121 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Municipality of Comerio 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.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Municipality of Comerio 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Municipality of Comerio converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Comerio maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
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Municipality of Comerio Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Municipality of Comerio are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for San Juan-Guaynabo, PR HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $19,450. 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 | $13,650 | $13,650 | $21,800 |
| 2 Persons | $15,600 | $15,600 | $24,900 |
| 3 Persons | $17,550 | $17,550 | $28,000 |
| 4 Persons | $19,450 | $19,450 | $31,100 |
| 5 Persons | $21,050 | $21,050 | $33,600 |
| 6 Persons | $22,600 | $22,600 | $36,100 |
| 7 Persons | $24,150 | $24,150 | $38,600 |
| 8 Persons | $25,700 | $25,700 | $41,100 |
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 Comerio — including across state lines.