Housing Authority of of King County
Tukwila, Washington
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About Housing Authority of of King County
The Housing Authority of King County (HACK), located in Tukwila, King County, Washington, manages approximately 14,131 assisted housing units. This portfolio includes 11,386 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 2,745 Public Housing units designed to provide affordable housing assistance.
Currently, all waiting lists for HACK's housing programs are closed and are not accepting new applications. This applies to programs such as the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Project-Based Voucher (PBV), Public Housing, and RAD programs. There has been no recent change to the closed status of the HCV program.
For a very low-income family of four in the Seattle-Bellevue, WA HUD Metro FMR Area, the annual income limit is $78,550. Prospective applicants should note that no new applications are being accepted at this time for any programs managed by HACK.
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 waiting list is closed and not taking applications. A lottery drawing in March 2020 selected 2,500 applicants for the current list. Applications are only accepted during a specified two-week period prior to a random lottery drawing.
The waiting list for Senior (55+)/Disabled Subsidized Housing (Project-Based Voucher) was open from September 2018 until December 15, 2023.
KCHA's waiting list for subsidized housing is temporarily closed to new applicants due to updating procedures and implementing new housing-management software, and will reopen after the software conversion is completed. As of April 1, 2025, regional waiting lists were eliminated in favor of property-specific lists, and applicants must re-select properties to remain on the list. The overall average wait time is over five years, but varies by property.
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance, allowing housing authorities to leverage private funding for property rehabilitation while preserving long-term affordability for residents.
This program provides rental assistance specifically for non-elderly persons with disabilities.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Housing Authority of of King County directly at (206) 574-1100 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 of King County
Check Current Status
All 4 waiting lists at Housing Authority of of King County 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 of King County, 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 $78,550/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 of King County directly at (206) 574-1100 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 of King County, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of of King County manages approximately 14,131 assisted housing units (11,386 Section 8, 2,745 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Tukwila. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of of King County
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of of King County 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 Tukwila. This program serves approximately 11,386 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of of King County are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Tukwila. 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 of King County are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of of King County manages approximately 2,745 Public Housing units in Tukwila. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Housing Authority of of King County converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Tukwila maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Housing Authority of of King County 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.
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Housing Authority of of King County Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of of King County are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Seattle-Bellevue, WA HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $78,550. 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 |
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| 1 Person | $33,050 | $55,000 | $84,850 |
| 2 Persons | $37,750 | $62,850 | $96,950 |
| 3 Persons | $42,450 | $70,700 | $109,050 |
| 4 Persons | $47,150 | $78,550 | $121,150 |
| 5 Persons | $50,950 | $84,850 | $130,850 |
| 6 Persons | $54,700 | $91,150 | $140,550 |
| 7 Persons | $58,500 | $97,450 | $150,250 |
| 8 Persons | $62,250 | $103,700 | $159,950 |
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 of King County — including across state lines.