Sawyer County Housing Authority
Hayward, Wisconsin
Last Updated
19 hours ago
About Sawyer County Housing Authority
Sawyer County Housing Authority (SCHA) is located in Hayward, Sawyer County, Wisconsin, and provides housing assistance to area residents. The authority manages approximately 203 assisted housing units, primarily through Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV).
Currently, the SCHA has several programs open for application. These include Direct Rental, Direct Rental Units, Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Other, Other Rental Units, Public Housing, Rural Development (including the 48 Project and Multifamily options), and SCHA Owned Rental Units.
Applicants should note that income limits apply. For instance, a family of four classified as very low-income in the Sawyer County, WI area has an income limit of $46,400 per year. Prospective applicants are advised to review the specific eligibility criteria for each program they are interested in.
Direct Rental Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The Stone Lake Senior Duplex requires applicants to be elderly, handicapped, or disabled; other units like Sommerset Acres and Cali-Triplex have no income restrictions.
View original notice — sawyercountyhousing.comDirect Rental Units Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This program offers various units, including elderly/disabled specific duplexes with utilities included for $625/month, and 2-bedroom units with garages for $625-$650; general eligibility requires income verification, credit, reference, and criminal background checks.
View original notice — sawyercountyhousing.comSection 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Preference is given to families without housing, families living in substandard housing, families paying more than 50% of their income toward housing, and those who are working/disabled/retired.
Other Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This covers units managed by the Sawyer County Housing Authority for Indianhead Community Action Agency (ICAA) in various locations within Sawyer County. General preferences apply to applicants.
Other Rental Units Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Other rental units, including one-bedroom duplexes in Stone Lake and Exeland, two-bedroom duplexes in Hayward, and a tri-plex in Hayward, do not require income restrictions and vary in size and rental price. Eligibility involves income, assets, expenses, credit, references, and criminal record checks.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This includes the Rural Development Multifamily program ('48 Project') and various directly-owned rental units like the Exeland Senior Duplex, Stone Lake Senior Duplex, Sommerset Acres, and Cali-Triplex. Preference is given to families without housing, families living in substandard housing, families paying more than 50% of their income toward housing, and those who are working/disabled/retired. The Exeland Senior Duplex and Stone Lake Senior Duplex require applicants to be elderly, handicapped, or disabled.
Rural Development Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This program, referred to as the '48 Project', offers two and three-bedroom non-smoking units in Hayward, Radisson, Winter, and Exeland, with rent based on 30% of adjusted monthly income, including all utilities. Preferences are given to families without housing, those in substandard housing, families paying more than 50% of income on housing, and working/disabled/retired individuals.
Rural Development (48 Project) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Rent is 30% of adjusted monthly income, includes all utilities for 2- and 3-bedroom non-smoking units in Hayward, Radisson, Winter, and Exeland. Preferences include families without housing, in substandard housing, paying over 50% income for housing, or who are working/disabled/retired.
Rural Development Multifamily Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This program offers income-based rents for two and three-bedroom units in Hayward, Radisson, Winter, and Exeland. Income limits apply.
SCHA Owned Rental Units Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
These units do not require income restrictions and vary in size and rental price, including duplexes and a tri-plex. Preference is given to families without housing, families living in substandard housing, families paying over 50% of income toward housing, and those who are working/disabled/retired.
other Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Sawyer County Housing Authority also manages a variety of owned rental units, some of which do not have income restrictions. These include one-bedroom duplexes in Stone Lake and Exeland, two-bedroom duplexes in Hayward, and a tri-plex in Hayward (one two-bedroom and two one-bedroom apartments). S...
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 Rural Development Multifamily program provides income based rents for two and three bedroom units in Hayward, Radisson, Winter and Exeland.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Sawyer 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 Sawyer County Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Sawyer County Housing Authority currently has 11 open waiting lists (Direct Rental, Direct Rental Units, HCV, Other, Other Rental Units, Public Housing, Rural Development, Rural Development (48 Project), Rural Development Multifamily, SCHA Owned Rental Units, other). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Sawyer 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 $46,400/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 Sawyer 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 Sawyer County Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Sawyer County Housing Authority manages approximately 203 assisted housing units (203 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Hayward. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Sawyer County Housing Authority
Direct Rental open
The Direct Rental program at Sawyer County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Hayward. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Direct Rental Units open
The Direct Rental Units program at Sawyer County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Hayward. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) open
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Sawyer 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 Hayward. This program serves approximately 203 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Other open
The Other program at Sawyer County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Hayward. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Rental Units open
The Other Rental Units program at Sawyer County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Hayward. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Sawyer 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.
Rural Development open
The Rural Development program at Sawyer County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Hayward. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Rural Development (48 Project) open
The Rural Development (48 Project) program at Sawyer County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Hayward. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Rural Development Multifamily open
The Rural Development Multifamily program at Sawyer County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Hayward. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
SCHA Owned Rental Units open
The SCHA Owned Rental Units program at Sawyer County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Hayward. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
other open
The other program at Sawyer County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Hayward. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Sawyer County Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Hayward maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sawyer County Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Sawyer County Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Sawyer County, WI. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $46,400. 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 | $19,500 | $32,500 | $52,000 |
| 2 Persons | $22,300 | $37,150 | $59,400 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $41,800 | $66,850 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $46,400 | $74,250 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $50,150 | $80,200 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $53,850 | $86,150 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $57,550 | $92,100 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $61,250 | $98,050 |
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 Sawyer County Housing Authority — including across state lines.