Arizona Public Housing Authority - Section 8

Arizona Public Housing Authority (APHA)
Section 8 – Housing Choice Voucher Waiting List **OPENING**

The APHA – serving Yavapai County, Arizona will be accepting pre-applications for the Housing Choice Voucher Program from May 1, 2023, 8:00 AM (MST) TO May 31, 2023, 5:00 PM (MST).

The APHA will use a lottery system for placement as “Active” on the Waiting List. This means that everyone from first to last that applies has an equal chance at being placed on the list. The total number of applications received during the period the Waiting List is open will be assessed. Should the total number of applications per available/anticipated available voucher be greater than 100 to 1, the APHA will use the lottery system for placement as “Active” on the Waiting List. The lottery number will also be applicable to “Selection From” the Waiting List. For any total number of applications received that is less than 100 to 1, all eligible applications received timely will be placed as “Active” on the Waiting List. APPLY ONLINE


Overview:

  • Persons will need to apply online which is available in numerous languages. 

  • For those needing special assistance, a reasonable accommodation, or those without internet access, you may call 1-866-890-0177 or 711 (for the hearing impaired).

  • Please note that requestors may need to leave a message. Calls will be answered and/or returned Monday-Friday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM during the dates that the waiting list is open.

  • There are no fees, charges, or costs to apply.

  • Complete the pre-application online.

  • A confirmation email will be sent to the email address provided. It is recommended that you confirm receipt of the email. Printing or saving the confirmation page is optional but suggested if you are unsure.
     

Information Needed to Apply:

  • Names of Household Members

  • Dates of Birth

  • Social Security Numbers or Eligible Non-Citizen Information (for at least 1-Household Member)

  • Household Income (total amount stated)

  • Contact Information (as applicable: email, address, telephone number)
     

Onsite Locations for Assistance with Pre-Application:

APHA Housing Staff will hold appointment-based assistance on-site in Yavapai County. This will be based on an as-needed basis. This will be communicated on a case-by-case basis.
 

Locations in Yavapai County that normally offer free computer access:

  • Yavapai County Free Library District – online: https://ycfld.gov/locations  

  • Branch Libraries – Locations: Ash Fork, Bagdad, Beaver Creek, Black Canyon City, Clarkdale, Congress, Cordes Lakes, Crown King, Dewey-Humbolt, Mayer, Paulden, Seligman, Spring Valley, Wilhoit, and Yarnell.

  • Affiliated Libraries – Camp Verde, Chino Valley, Cottonwood, Jerome, Prescott, Prescott Valley, and Sedona.

If more locations become known, we will post these on our website.
 

Transportation:

If you need transportation trip planning assistance, please contact Yavapai Regional Transit at 928-458-5885 – online: https://www.yavapairegionaltransit.com/ or YavaLine Regional Transit System at 1-866-928-8726 – online: https://www.prescottvalley-az.gov/183/YavaLine-Regional-Transit-System or several options online: https://www.actionlocalaz.com/l/yavapai-county/transportation-services. You may also dial 211 to find more local resources.

Some of the sample languages that are offered through the online application process: 

LANGUAGE TRANSLATION
ENGLISH

If you require a foreign language interpreter or materials in a language other than English or an American Sign Language translator, please contact 1-866-890-0177
ARABIC

إذا كنت بحاجة إلى مترجم لغة أجنبية أو مواد بلغة أخرى غير الإنجليزية أو مترجم لغة الإشارة الأمريكية ، فيرجى الاتصال بـ
1-866-890-0177
CHINESE

如果您需要外语口译员或英语以外的其他语言的材料或美国手语翻译，请联系 1-866-890-0177
KOREAN

외국어 통역사 또는 영어 또는 미국 수화 이외의 언어로 된 자료가 필요한 경우 1-866-890-0177로 문의하십시오.
SPANISH

Si necesita un intérprete de idioma extranjero o materiales en un idioma que no sea inglés o un traductor de lenguaje de señas americano, comuníquese al 1-866-890-0177
SWAHILI

Ikiwa unahitaji mkalimani wa lugha ya kigeni au nyenzo katika lugha nyingine isipokuwa Kiingereza au mtafsiri wa Lugha ya Ishara ya Marekani, tafadhali wasiliana na 1-866-890-0177
VIETNAMESE

Nếu bạn cần thông dịch viên ngoại ngữ hoặc tài liệu bằng ngôn ngữ khác tiếng Anh hoặc ngôn ngữ ký hiệu của Mỹ, vui lòng liên hệ
1-866-890-0177


Additional Assistance and General Information:

For those needing special assistance, a reasonable accommodation, print in braille, large print, additional time, or translation for reading/speaking another language, please call 1-866-890-0177 or 711 (for the hearing impaired). The translation service will not be able to answer program or eligibility questions or other housing-related questions.
 

What are the current HUD Income Limits for Yavapai County?

Income 1 Person 2 Person 3 Person 4 Person 5 Person 6 Person 7 Person 8 Person
Extremely-Low $15,000 $18,310 $23,030 $27,750 $32,470 $37,190 $41,910 $46,630
Very-Low $25,000 $28,550 $32,100 $35,650 $38,550 $41,400 $44,250 $47,100
Low $39,950 $45,650 $51,350 $57,050 $61,650 $66,200 $70,750 $75,350


APHA Preferences:

Applicants will be selected from the Waiting List based on the selection preference(s) for which they qualify, and in accordance with APHA’s hierarchy of preferences; if applicable.

In addition to the HUD requirements, families will be selected from the Waiting List using the following preferences. Each Preference below is weighted and each applicant family will be granted any/all preferences that they are verified to be eligible to receive. 

  • Preference 1: Located (any length of time) in Yavapai County.

  • Preference 2: Homeless/VAWA (see APHA Administrative Plan).

  • Preference 3: Sixty-two (62) years of age or older and/or disabled.

  • Preference 4: Veteran(s) of the United States military.

  • Preference 5: Are participating in a state-funded job training program.

  • Preference 6: Who are employed for wages.

The Arizona Department of Housing (ADOH) does not discriminate on the basis of disability, actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity, or marital status in the admission access, treatment, or employment in any programs or activities. ADOH’s Fair Housing Specialist, at the address on this communication or (602-771-1000 or 711 TTY accessible), has been designated to coordinate Limited English Proficiency and compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements contained in the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Section 504 (24 CFR, part 8 dated June 2, 1988). EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY