Prince William County Office of HCD
Woodbridge, Virginia
Last Updated
20 hours ago
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) waitlist opens in 18 days — Oct 24, 2026
About Prince William County Office of HCD
Prince William County Office of HCD (HUD agency code VA046) is the public housing agency serving Woodbridge, Prince William County, Virginia. It administers 2,223 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 16 waiting lists at this agency, covering Homeownership, Other, Affordable, HCV, Mainstream, NED, PBV, Public Housing, RAD. As of Feb 17, 2026, 4 are open and 12 are closed.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD HUD Metro FMR Area. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $81,950 per year, and as Low Income at or below $106,800 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 8 status changes at this agency, most recently on Jul 23, 2026.
Homeownership & Homebuyer Assistance Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This program provides loans for down payment and closing cost assistance to low and moderate-income first-time homebuyers who are residents or work in the Prince William Area; applications are accepted during open periods subject to funding availability, and funds are reserved on a first-come, first-served basis.
FTHB
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This program provides loans for down payment and closing cost assistance to low and moderate-income first-time homebuyers who are residents or work in the Prince William Area; funds are reserved on a first-come, first-served basis.
First Time Homebuyers
Status
open
Open Date
Aug 3, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This program provides loans for down payment and closing cost assistance to low and moderate-income first-time homebuyers who are residents or work in the Prince William Area, with funds reserved on a first-come, first-served basis subject to funding availability.
Other Programs Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This program provides loans for down payment and closing cost assistance to low- and moderate-income first-time homebuyers who are residents or work in the Prince William Area; funds are reserved on a first-come, first-served basis.
Opening Soon
1 upcomingSection 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Current Status
Currently Closed — Opens Oct 24, 2026
Application Window
Oct 24, 2026 – Oct 24, 2026
Details
An online lottery will be held for 500 qualifying applications; applicants must meet program preferences, including living or working in Prince William County.
Other Programs
7 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 Affordable Housing Fund is currently unavailable.
The Mainstream waiting list, a type of Housing Choice Voucher program, serves households that include a non-elderly (18-62 years of age) person with a disability who lives or works in Prince William County. A lottery selects eligible applicants when the list is open.
For non-elderly disabled families (head, co-head, or spouse under 61 who is disabled) who live or work in Prince William County. 100 applications were chosen by lottery.
The Emergency Housing Assistance Program II (EHAP II), also known as Subsistence Payments, is currently closed. Applications were last accepted from September 16, 2024, through September 20, 2024. This program provides one-time or short-term financial assistance (up to six consecutive payments) f...
The Emergency Housing Assistance Program, II (EHAP, II) waiting list last accepted applications from June 5, 2023, until February 19, 2024.
This program is currently unavailable.
The Emergency Housing Assistance Program II (EHAP II) waiting list is currently closed; the OHCD last accepted applications from June 5, 2023, until February 19, 2024. This program provides one-time or short-term subsistence payments for eligible households with mortgage, rent, HOA, and/or utility arrearages.
The Non-Elderly Disabled (NEDS) program waiting list is currently closed.
The Project-Based Voucher (PBV) program waiting list is currently closed.
All waiting lists for Public Housing are currently closed.
The Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) program waiting list is currently closed.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Prince William County Office of HCD 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 Prince William County Office of HCD
Check Current Status
Prince William County Office of HCD currently has 4 open waiting lists (Homeownership & Homebuyer Assistance, Other Programs). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Prince William County Office of HCD, 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 Prince William County Office of HCD portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Prince William County Office of HCD, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Prince William County Office of HCD manages approximately 2,223 assisted housing units (2,223 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Woodbridge. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Prince William County Office of HCD
Homeownership Homeownership & Homebuyer Assistance open
The Homeownership & Homebuyer Assistance program at Prince William County Office of HCD provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Woodbridge. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Other Programs open
The Other Programs program at Prince William County Office of HCD provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Woodbridge. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Affordable Housing closed
The Affordable Housing program at Prince William County Office of HCD provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Woodbridge. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Prince William County Office of HCD 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 Woodbridge. This program serves approximately 2,223 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 Prince William County Office of HCD 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.
NED Non-Elderly Disabled (NED) Voucher closed
The Non-Elderly Disabled (NED) Voucher program at Prince William County Office of HCD provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Woodbridge. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Prince William County Office of HCD are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Woodbridge. 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 Prince William County Office of HCD 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 (RAD) closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Prince William County Office of HCD converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Woodbridge maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Prince William County Office of HCD?
Prince William County Office of HCD Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Prince William County Office of HCD 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 Prince William County Office of HCD — including across state lines.