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About Sheboygan Housing Authority
The Sheboygan Housing Authority (PHA Code: WI047), located in Sheboygan, Sheboygan County, Wisconsin, provides housing assistance through various programs. The authority manages approximately 439 assisted housing units, which include 304 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 135 Public Housing units.
Currently, the waitlist for Public Housing is open to new applicants. The waitlist for the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is presently closed. Information regarding the Project-Based Voucher (PBV) program waitlist status is unknown. For a family of four applying for Very Low Income housing, the current income limit in the Sheboygan, WI MSA area is $47,400 per year.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Preferences include living within the City of Sheboygan limits, homelessness, elderly, disabled, and victims of domestic violence; priority is given to extremely low-income families/individuals.
Other Programs
2 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 Section 8 (Housing Voucher Program) waitlist is closed. No application will be accepted at this time and will remain closed until further notice.
The website mentions the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) New Construction Program and that persons wanting to rent a Housing Authority apartment are placed on a waiting list. However, it does not explicitly state if this refers to PBV or if the waiting list is open or closed.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Sheboygan 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 Sheboygan Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Sheboygan Housing Authority currently has 1 open waiting list (Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Sheboygan 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 $47,400/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 Sheboygan 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 Sheboygan Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Sheboygan Housing Authority manages approximately 439 assisted housing units (304 Section 8, 135 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Sheboygan. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Sheboygan Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Sheboygan Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Sheboygan Housing Authority manages approximately 135 Public Housing units in Sheboygan. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Sheboygan 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 Sheboygan. This program serves approximately 304 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 Sheboygan Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Sheboygan. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Sheboygan Housing Authority?
Sheboygan Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Sheboygan Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Sheboygan, WI MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $47,400. 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 | $19,950 | $33,200 | $53,100 |
| 2 Persons | $22,800 | $37,950 | $60,700 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $42,700 | $68,300 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $47,400 | $75,850 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $51,200 | $81,950 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $54,950 | $88,000 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $58,800 | $94,100 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $62,550 | $100,150 |
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 Sheboygan Housing Authority — including across state lines.