Placer County Housing Authority
Auburn, California
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About Placer County Housing Authority
The Placer County Housing Authority (PHA Code: CA149) is based in Auburn, Placer County, California. This authority manages approximately 434 assisted housing units, primarily utilizing Section 8 vouchers to provide housing assistance.
Currently, the Placer County Housing Authority has several programs open for new applications. These include FUP, Mainstream, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Permanent Supportive Housing, Transitional Housing Program, VASH, and other programs. The Mainstream program recently changed its status from closed to open. Please note that the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program and Emergency Housing Voucher (EHV) are presently closed.
For a family of four in the Sacramento--Roseville--Arden-Arcade, CA HUD Metro FMR Area, the very low-income limit is set at $64,300 per year.
Family Unification Program (FUP) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jul 1, 2021
Additional Notes
Referrals are accepted from Placer County Children's System of Care (CSOC) and the waitlist remains open until sufficient pre-applications are received. This program serves families where a lack of housing impacts child placement/discharge from out-of-home care, or eligible youth (18-24) leaving foster care and who are homeless or at risk.
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jul 1, 2020
How to Apply
Referral
Additional Notes
Pre-applications are accepted by direct referral from Placer County Adult Systems of Care and Placer County Whole Person Care for non-elderly (18-61) disabled individuals who are transitioning from institutional settings, at risk of institutionalization, experiencing homelessness, or at risk of homelessness.
Mainstream Voucher Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jul 1, 2020
Additional Notes
Pre-applications are accepted by direct referral from partnering social services agencies: Placer County Adult Systems of Care and Placer County Whole Person Care; current HCV waitlist applicants can contact PCHA for review. Limited to households with a non-elderly (18-61), disabled individual who meets specific criteria for homelessness, risk of institutionalization, or transitioning from institutional settings.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Oct 11, 2021
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
For 20 units at Mercy North Auburn at Rock Creek, interested applicants should contact Placer County 211 (2-1-1 or 1-833-DIAL211) for referral through the Coordinated Entry System; PCHA does not accept direct applications. Households must meet income requirements, be experiencing homelessness (or at risk), and include at least one person needing mental health services.
Permanent Supportive Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
Programs like Timberline, Placer Street, Main Street, APSH, and Shelter Plus Care provide stable housing and supportive services for homeless adults with qualifying disabilities. Residents are referred through Coordinated Entry, and the Homeless Helpline (1-833-375-2237) can be called to be added to the waitlist.
Transitional Housing Program Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
This program offers short-term sober living and support services for adults with a diagnosed mental illness in Auburn, Rocklin, and Roseville. For eligibility and availability, call 530-889-7263.
Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
This housing voucher program assists homeless veterans, combining rental assistance with case management and clinical services from the Department of Veterans Affairs. To apply, call 1-833-3PLACER for housing screening.
other Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jul 1, 2021
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
The Family Unification Program (FUP) Housing Choice Voucher waitlist is open for direct referrals from Placer County Children's System of Care. Applicants referred by Placer County Children's System of Care receive preference, limited to families facing child out-of-home care or youth aged 18-24 leaving foster care and at risk of homelessness.
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 Emergency Housing Voucher (EHV) program funding is expected to end around June 2026, and the Placer County Housing Authority currently has no additional vouchers for this program.
The Emergency Housing Voucher program, established in 2021, is concluding as federal funding has been depleted faster than projected, with PCHA estimating coverage until approximately June 2026. PCHA does not currently have additional vouchers for new households under this program.
The EHV program, established in 2021, is ending sooner than anticipated, with funding estimated to cover assistance payments until approximately June 2026. PCHA currently has no additional vouchers for this program after its conclusion.
No waitlist information currently available for this program.
Public Housing provides affordable rental units owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Units range from single-family homes to high-rise apartments, with rent typically set at 30% of household income.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Placer County Housing Authority directly at (530) 889-7676 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 Placer County Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Placer County Housing Authority currently has 8 open waiting lists (FUP, HCV, Mainstream, PBV, Permanent Supportive Housing, Transitional Housing Program, VASH, other). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Placer 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 $64,300/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 Placer County Housing Authority directly at (530) 889-7676 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 Placer County Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Placer County Housing Authority manages approximately 434 assisted housing units (434 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Auburn. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Placer County Housing Authority
FUP open
The FUP program at Placer County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Auburn. 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 Placer 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 Auburn. This program serves approximately 434 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher open
Mainstream Vouchers at Placer County Housing Authority 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.
PBV Project-Based Voucher open
Project-Based Vouchers at Placer County Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Auburn. 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.
Permanent Supportive Housing open
The Permanent Supportive Housing program at Placer County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Auburn. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Transitional Housing Program open
The Transitional Housing Program program at Placer County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Auburn. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
VASH Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing open
The HUD-VASH program at Placer County Housing Authority combines Housing Choice Vouchers with VA supportive services for homeless veterans in Auburn. Referrals are made through the local VA Medical Center — contact the VA to begin the application process.
other open
The other program at Placer County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Auburn. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
EHV closed
The EHV program at Placer County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Auburn. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
EHV (Emergency Housing Voucher) closed
The EHV (Emergency Housing Voucher) program at Placer County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Auburn. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Emergency Housing Voucher (EHV) closed
The Emergency Housing Voucher (EHV) program at Placer County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Auburn. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Family Self-Sufficiency Program closed
The Family Self-Sufficiency Program program at Placer County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Auburn. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Placer 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.
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Placer County Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Placer County Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Sacramento--Roseville--Arden-Arcade, CA HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $64,300. 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 | $27,050 | $45,050 | $72,050 |
| 2 Persons | $30,900 | $51,450 | $82,350 |
| 3 Persons | $34,750 | $57,900 | $92,650 |
| 4 Persons | $38,600 | $64,300 | $102,900 |
| 5 Persons | $41,700 | $69,450 | $111,150 |
| 6 Persons | $44,800 | $74,600 | $119,400 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $79,750 | $127,600 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $84,900 | $135,850 |
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 Placer County Housing Authority — including across state lines.