Housing Authority of Salt Lake City
Salt Lake City, Utah
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22 hours ago
About Housing Authority of Salt Lake City
Housing Authority of Salt Lake City (HUD agency code UT004) is the public housing agency serving Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County, Utah. It administers 170 public housing units and 3,168 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 6 waiting lists at this agency, covering HCV, Mainstream, PBV, Public Housing, RAD, Senior. As of Aug 29, 2026, all 6 tracked lists are closed to new applications.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Salt Lake City, UT HUD Metro FMR Area. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $61,350 per year, and as Low Income at or below $98,150 (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 19, 2026. Always confirm current status with the agency directly before applying.
Other Programs
6 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.
Residency preferences are often given to local residents; a criminal background check is required. Families with sex offenders are not eligible. Previous preferences included termination due to insufficient funding, non-elderly disabled, and victims of domestic violence.
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.
This was a building-specific waitlist for the Jefferson Circle property. Minimum family size was 2 people per household, and maximum family size was 4.
Families with members required to register as sex offenders are not eligible.
All RAD project-based voucher waiting lists are currently closed and not accepting applications.
Senior housing programs reserve affordable units for older adults, typically age 55 or 62 and above, sometimes with congregate meals or supportive services on site.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Housing Authority of Salt Lake City 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 Housing Authority of Salt Lake City
Check Current Status
All 6 waiting lists at Housing Authority of Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City, 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 $61,350/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
Contact Housing Authority of Salt Lake City 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 Housing Authority of Salt Lake City, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of Salt Lake City manages approximately 3,338 assisted housing units (3,168 Section 8, 170 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Salt Lake City. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of Salt Lake City
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City. This program serves approximately 3,168 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 Housing Authority of Salt Lake City 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.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of Salt Lake City are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Salt Lake 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.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of Salt Lake City are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of Salt Lake City manages approximately 170 Public Housing units in Salt Lake City. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Housing Authority of Salt Lake City converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Salt Lake City maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Senior Senior Housing closed
The Senior Housing program at Housing Authority of Salt Lake City provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Salt Lake City. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Housing Authority of Salt Lake City Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of Salt Lake City are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Salt Lake City, UT HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $61,350. 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 | $25,800 | $42,950 | $68,750 |
| 2 Persons | $29,450 | $49,100 | $78,550 |
| 3 Persons | $33,150 | $55,250 | $88,350 |
| 4 Persons | $36,800 | $61,350 | $98,150 |
| 5 Persons | $39,750 | $66,300 | $106,050 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $71,200 | $113,900 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $76,100 | $121,750 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $81,000 | $129,600 |
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 Housing Authority of Salt Lake City — including across state lines.