Municipality of Isabela
Isabela, Puerto Rico
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23 hours ago
About Municipality of Isabela
Municipality of Isabela (HUD agency code RQ066) is the public housing agency serving Isabela, Isabela Municipio, Puerto Rico. It administers 90 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 5 waiting lists at this agency, covering PBV, Public Housing, HCV, Mainstream, RAD. As of Sep 20, 2026, 2 are open and 1 is closed. Status is unconfirmed for 2 further lists.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Aguadilla, PR MSA. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $16,300 per year, and as Low Income at or below $26,100 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 17 status changes at this agency, most recently on Oct 1, 2026.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jun 1, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The waitlist for Project-Based Vouchers opened on June 1, 2026. Priority is given to local residents, seniors, disabled individuals, victims of domestic violence, veterans, and working individuals.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jun 1, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The Municipality of Isabela opened its Public Housing waiting list on June 1, 2026, for Miraflor Village Apartments, consisting of 1, 2, and 3-bedroom units. Eligibility is based on income, family size, and citizenship status, and applicants can apply for up to three public housing developments.
Other Programs
3 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 Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program is not currently accepting new applications.
Mainstream Vouchers provide rental assistance specifically for non-elderly persons with disabilities to transition out of institutional settings or avoid institutionalization.
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance, allowing housing authorities to leverage private funding for property rehabilitation while preserving long-term affordability for residents.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Municipality of Isabela 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 Isabela
Check Current Status
Municipality of Isabela 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 Isabela, 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 $16,300/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 Isabela portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Municipality of Isabela, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Municipality of Isabela manages approximately 90 assisted housing units (90 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Isabela. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Municipality of Isabela
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) open
Project-Based Vouchers at Municipality of Isabela are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Isabela. 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 Isabela 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 Isabela 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 Isabela. This program serves approximately 90 households. 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 Municipality of Isabela 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 Isabela converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Isabela maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Municipality of Isabela Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Municipality of Isabela are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Aguadilla, PR MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $16,300. 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 | $11,450 | $11,450 | $18,300 |
| 2 Persons | $13,050 | $13,050 | $20,900 |
| 3 Persons | $14,700 | $14,700 | $23,500 |
| 4 Persons | $16,300 | $16,300 | $26,100 |
| 5 Persons | $17,650 | $17,650 | $28,200 |
| 6 Persons | $18,950 | $18,950 | $30,300 |
| 7 Persons | $20,250 | $20,250 | $32,400 |
| 8 Persons | $21,550 | $21,550 | $34,500 |
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 Isabela — including across state lines.