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About Cedar City Housing Authority
The Cedar City Housing Authority (CCHA) is located in Cedar City, Iron County, Utah. This authority manages approximately 277 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers, providing assisted housing opportunities in the area.
Currently, the Cedar City Housing Authority is accepting applications for its Public Housing program. The waitlists for the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program and Project-Based Vouchers (PBV) are closed to new applications. Information on the status of Mainstream and RAD programs is not specified.
For applicants to the Public Housing program, a family of four must meet the Very Low Income limit of $50,000 per year for the Iron County, UT area. Prospective applicants should contact the CCHA directly for current application procedures and eligibility details.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Wait times are 24+ months for 1-bedroom (elderly or disabled), 10+ months for 2-bedroom, and 12+ months for 3-bedroom. An application fee of $20 is due when the name reaches the top of the waiting list. Do not fill out another application if one was previously submitted, as it will void the previous application.
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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 waitlist is currently closed. The Cedar City Housing Authority administers 276 vouchers.
This waiting list, which provides other project-based rental housing assistance, last accepted applications from March 1, 2023, to March 31, 2023. Preferences included Elderly, Disabled, and Working Families, with selected applicants placed on the waiting list by date and time received, then by preferences.
Mainstream Vouchers provide rental assistance specifically for non-elderly persons with disabilities. The program helps individuals transition out of institutional settings or avoid institutionalization by subsidizing housing costs in the private market.
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.
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Cedar City Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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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 Cedar City Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Cedar City Housing Authority currently has 1 open waiting list (Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Cedar City Housing Authority, 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 $50,000/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 Cedar City Housing Authority 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 Cedar City Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Cedar City Housing Authority manages approximately 277 assisted housing units (277 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Cedar City. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Cedar City Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Cedar City Housing Authority 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 Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Cedar City Housing Authority 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 Cedar City. This program serves approximately 277 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 Cedar City Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Cedar City. 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.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Cedar City Housing Authority 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 closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Cedar City Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Cedar City maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
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Cedar City Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Cedar City Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Iron County, UT. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $50,000. 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 | $21,000 | $35,000 | $56,000 |
| 2 Persons | $24,000 | $40,000 | $64,000 |
| 3 Persons | $27,000 | $45,000 | $72,000 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $50,000 | $80,000 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $54,000 | $86,400 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $58,000 | $92,800 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $62,000 | $99,200 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $66,000 | $105,600 |
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 Cedar City Housing Authority — including across state lines.