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About Housing Authority of the City of Brenham
The Housing Authority of the City of Brenham, located in Brenham, Washington County, Texas (PHA Code: TX330), manages approximately 400 assisted housing units. These include programs such as Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, and Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) units.
The authority manages approximately 328 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and 72 Public Housing units. For a family of four in Washington County, the Very Low Income limit is $49,850 per year. Currently, all waiting lists for the Housing Authority of the City of Brenham, including HCV, PBV, Public Housing, and RAD, are closed to new applications.
Applicants should note that the Public Housing waiting list has previously changed status, moving from open to closed and from closed to open. While all lists are presently closed, this activity suggests that they may reopen for applications periodically in the future. Interested individuals are advised to monitor for any announcements regarding future openings.
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 Section 8 waiting list is completely closed at this time. Applications can be mailed or dropped off at 901 Rink St., Brenham, TX 77833.
Waiting lists for Parklane Villas (RAD) are closed, with the exception of 2 bedrooms. Applications can be mailed or dropped off at 901 Rink St., Brenham, TX 77833.
Applications for Public Housing can be mailed or dropped off at 1801 Northview Circle Drive. Applications can also be emailed to RElledge@brenhamhousing.org.
Waiting lists for Fairview Terrace Apartments and Parklane Villas (RAD) are closed, with the exception of 2 bedrooms. Applications can be mailed or dropped off at 901 Rink St., Brenham, TX 77833.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Housing Authority of the City of Brenham directly at (979) 836-9221 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 Housing Authority of the City of Brenham
Check Current Status
All 4 waiting lists at Housing Authority of the City of Brenham 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 Brenham, 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 $49,850/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
Contact Housing Authority of the City of Brenham directly at (979) 836-9221 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 Housing Authority of the City of Brenham, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Brenham manages approximately 400 assisted housing units (328 Section 8, 72 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Brenham. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Brenham
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City of Brenham 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 Brenham. This program serves approximately 328 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Brenham are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Brenham. 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 Brenham are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of the City of Brenham manages approximately 72 Public Housing units in Brenham. 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 Brenham converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Brenham maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Housing Authority of the City of Brenham Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Brenham are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Washington County, TX. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $49,850. 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 | $20,950 | $34,850 | $55,800 |
| 2 Persons | $23,950 | $39,850 | $63,800 |
| 3 Persons | $26,950 | $44,850 | $71,750 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $49,850 | $79,700 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $53,850 | $86,100 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $57,800 | $92,500 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $61,850 | $98,850 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $65,800 | $105,250 |
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 Brenham — including across state lines.