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Fairfax County Redevelopment & Housing Authority
Fairfax, Virginia
Last Updated
15 hours ago
About Fairfax County Redevelopment & Housing Authority
The Fairfax County Redevelopment & Housing Authority (FCRHA), PHA Code VA019, is located in Fairfax, Fairfax County, Virginia. FCRHA manages approximately 5,329 assisted housing units, primarily through 5,329 Section 8 vouchers.
Currently, FCRHA is accepting applications for its SRO (Single Room Occupancy) and Single Room Occupancy (Coan Pond) programs. Other programs, including Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Project-Based Voucher (PBV), Public Housing, and RAD programs, are currently closed to new applicants. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit is $81,950 per year, applicable to the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD HUD Metro FMR Area.
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Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Notices about the status of pre-applications will be updated on RentCafe. Applicants should maintain login and password information to check status and update contact information.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applications are open for The Exchange at Spring Hill Station, a select affordable property. This property is part of the Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) program, which formerly housed public housing units.
Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applications are open for The Exchange at Spring Hill Station, a select affordable property. This property is part of the Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) program, which formerly housed public housing units.
SRO Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
Coan Pond Single Room Occupancy will continue to accept applications. To request an application, call 703-246-5072 or apply in person at 3700 Pender Drive, Fairfax, VA 22030.
Single Room Occupancy Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone or In-person
Additional Notes
Coan Pond Residences provide affordable living quarters to working single adults. View the application here.
Single Room Occupancy (Coan Pond) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone, In-person
Additional Notes
Applications are currently being accepted for Coan Pond Single Room Occupancy.
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.
The Housing Choice Voucher waitlist is currently closed.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Fairfax County Redevelopment & Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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 Fairfax County Redevelopment & Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Fairfax County Redevelopment & Housing Authority currently has 6 open waiting lists (PBV, Public Housing, RAD, SRO, Single Room Occupancy, Single Room Occupancy (Coan Pond)). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Fairfax County 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 $81,950/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 Fairfax County Redevelopment & Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Fairfax County Redevelopment & Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Fairfax County Redevelopment & Housing Authority manages approximately 5,329 assisted housing units (5,329 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Fairfax. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Fairfax County Redevelopment & Housing Authority
PBV Project-Based Voucher open
Project-Based Vouchers at Fairfax County Redevelopment & Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Fairfax. 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 open
Public Housing units at Fairfax County Redevelopment & 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration open
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Fairfax County Redevelopment & Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Fairfax maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
SRO open
The SRO program at Fairfax County Redevelopment & Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Fairfax. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Single Room Occupancy open
The Single Room Occupancy program at Fairfax County Redevelopment & Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Fairfax. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Single Room Occupancy (Coan Pond) open
The Single Room Occupancy (Coan Pond) program at Fairfax County Redevelopment & Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Fairfax. 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 Fairfax County 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 Fairfax. This program serves approximately 5,329 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 Fairfax County Redevelopment & Housing Authority?
Fairfax County Redevelopment & Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Fairfax County Redevelopment & Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $81,950. 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 | $34,450 | $57,400 | $74,800 |
| 2 Persons | $39,350 | $65,600 | $85,450 |
| 3 Persons | $44,250 | $73,800 | $96,150 |
| 4 Persons | $49,150 | $81,950 | $106,800 |
| 5 Persons | $53,100 | $88,550 | $115,350 |
| 6 Persons | $57,050 | $95,100 | $123,900 |
| 7 Persons | $60,950 | $101,650 | $132,450 |
| 8 Persons | $64,900 | $108,200 | $141,000 |
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 Fairfax County Redevelopment & Housing Authority — including across state lines.