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About Tooele County Housing Authority
The Tooele County Housing Authority, located in Tooele, Tooele County, Utah (PHA Code UT020), provides housing assistance to eligible residents. This authority administers programs that include approximately 241 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Currently, the Public Housing program administered by the Tooele County Housing Authority is open for new applications. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, however, is presently closed to new applicants. Applicants should note that waitlist statuses, like the HCV program's recent changes between open and closed, can fluctuate.
To be eligible for assistance, applicants must meet specific income limits. For example, the very low income limit for a family of four in the Tooele County, UT HUD Metro FMR Area is $55,150 per year. Potential applicants should verify current eligibility criteria directly with the housing authority.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person or Mail
Additional Notes
Preferences include elderly, disabled, victim of domestic violence, collecting social security or disability, working 20+ hours/week, or full-time student.
Other Programs
1 programThese 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.
When open, preferences may include domestic violence survivors, homeless, current TCHA renters forced to move, or those forced to move due to government action/disaster, or work priority for employment, training, school, elderly, or disabled and unable to work.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Tooele County Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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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 Tooele County Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Tooele County 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 Tooele County 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 $55,150/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 Tooele County 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 Tooele County Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Tooele County Housing Authority manages approximately 241 assisted housing units (241 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Tooele. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Tooele County Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Tooele County 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 Tooele County 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 Tooele. This program serves approximately 241 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Tooele County Housing Authority?
Tooele County Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Tooele County Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Tooele County, UT HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $55,150. 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 | $23,200 | $38,650 | $61,800 |
| 2 Persons | $26,500 | $44,150 | $70,600 |
| 3 Persons | $29,800 | $49,650 | $79,450 |
| 4 Persons | $33,100 | $55,150 | $88,250 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $59,600 | $95,350 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $64,000 | $102,400 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $68,400 | $109,450 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $72,800 | $116,500 |
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 Tooele County Housing Authority — including across state lines.