Charlottesville Redevelopment & Housing Authority
Charlottesville, Virginia
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About Charlottesville Redevelopment & Housing Authority
The Charlottesville Redevelopment & Housing Authority (CRHA), located in Charlottesville, Charlottesville County, Virginia, manages approximately 1,023 assisted housing units. This total includes 677 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and 346 Public Housing units, serving eligible residents in the Charlottesville, VA MSA area.
Currently, CRHA is accepting applications for its Conventional Housing program, the HomeOwnership Program (HOP), and specific programs categorized as "Other." Waitlists for several other programs, including HCV, Mainstream, PBV, and Public Housing, are presently closed to new applications.
For eligibility, the Very Low Income limit for a family of four in the Charlottesville, VA MSA area is $62,900 per year. Applicants should review detailed program requirements and specific eligibility criteria for each open program.
Conventional Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The conventional housing program is currently accepting applications with no specified deadline and no specific preferences or restrictions mentioned.
HomeOwnership Program (HOP) Waitlist
Status
open
Additional Notes
This list remains open for HCV clients.
Other Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
The conventional housing program is currently accepting applications; contact Charlottesville Redevelopment & Housing Authority at (434) 326-4672 to request an application.
Other Programs
5 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 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program is a federally funded program that provides rental assistance to low-income families through rental subsidies. The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) provides CRHA with a limited number of vouchers to distribute among eligible applicants.
This program provides portable housing assistance to non-elderly persons with disabilities who are homeless, in rapid re-housing, or in permanent supportive housing programs.
Preferences for The Crossings Apartments included living or working in Charlottesville, VA, homeless, elderly, and disabled applicants, with selected applicants placed by random lottery.
The waiting list closed due to a substantial number of families on the list. Applications were previously accepted online, by paper, or in person at CRHA properties.
Prioritizes homeless individuals, those in self-sufficiency programs, and low-income households on CRHA's Housing Choice Voucher waiting list.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Charlottesville Redevelopment & 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 Charlottesville Redevelopment & Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Charlottesville Redevelopment & Housing Authority currently has 3 open waiting lists (Conventional Housing, HomeOwnership Program (HOP), Other). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Charlottesville Redevelopment & 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 $62,900/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 Charlottesville Redevelopment & 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 Charlottesville Redevelopment & Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Charlottesville Redevelopment & Housing Authority manages approximately 1,023 assisted housing units (677 Section 8, 346 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Charlottesville. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Charlottesville Redevelopment & Housing Authority
Conventional Housing open
The Conventional Housing program at Charlottesville Redevelopment & Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Charlottesville. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HomeOwnership Program (HOP) open
The HomeOwnership Program (HOP) program at Charlottesville Redevelopment & Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Charlottesville. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other open
The Other program at Charlottesville Redevelopment & Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Charlottesville. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Charlottesville Redevelopment & 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 Charlottesville. This program serves approximately 677 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 Charlottesville Redevelopment & 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.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Charlottesville Redevelopment & Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Charlottesville. 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 Charlottesville Redevelopment & Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Charlottesville Redevelopment & Housing Authority manages approximately 346 Public Housing units in Charlottesville. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
CSRAP closed
The CSRAP program at Charlottesville Redevelopment & Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Charlottesville. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Charlottesville Redevelopment & Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Charlottesville Redevelopment & Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Charlottesville, VA MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $62,900. 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 | $26,450 | $44,050 | $70,500 |
| 2 Persons | $30,200 | $50,350 | $80,550 |
| 3 Persons | $34,000 | $56,650 | $90,600 |
| 4 Persons | $37,750 | $62,900 | $100,650 |
| 5 Persons | $40,800 | $67,950 | $108,750 |
| 6 Persons | $43,800 | $73,000 | $116,800 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $78,000 | $124,850 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $83,050 | $132,900 |
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 Charlottesville Redevelopment & Housing Authority — including across state lines.