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Indian River Co Board of County Commissioners
Vero Beach, Florida
Last Updated
7 hours ago
About Indian River Co Board of County Commissioners
The Indian River Co Board of County Commissioners, located in Vero Beach, Indian River County, Florida (PHA Code: FL132), administers housing assistance for approximately 410 households through its Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program. Currently, all waiting lists managed by this authority are closed to new applicants.
While the Housing Choice Voucher program is closed, the authority's offerings may also include programs such as Mainstream Vouchers, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, and Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD), though their current status is not specified. To qualify when waitlists open, applicants must meet income guidelines. For instance, a Very Low Income family of four in the Sebastian-Vero Beach-West Vero Corridor, FL MSA area has an income limit of $46,500 per year.
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6 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.
Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) provide rental assistance that tenants can use in the private market. The voucher covers a portion of rent, with tenants typically paying 30% of their adjusted gross income. Participants can choose any housing that meets program requirements.
Indian River is a 180-unit affordable housing community in Vero Beach serving low-income families, financed through 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits; its waitlist is closed. To apply, contact the property directly by calling, visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. Eligibility is based on income limits set for the area.
All waiting lists for the Indian River Co Board of County Commissioners (PHA code: FL132) in Vero Beach, FL, including Mainstream Vouchers, are currently closed.
All waiting lists for the Indian River Co Board of County Commissioners (PHA code: FL132) in Vero Beach, FL, including Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), are currently closed.
All waiting lists for the Indian River Co Board of County Commissioners (PHA code: FL132) in Vero Beach, FL, including Public Housing, are currently closed.
All waiting lists for the Indian River Co Board of County Commissioners (PHA code: FL132) in Vero Beach, FL, including the Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) program, are currently closed.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Indian River Co Board of County Commissioners directly to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
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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 Indian River Co Board of County Commissioners
Check Current Status
All 6 waiting lists at Indian River Co Board of County Commissioners 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 Indian River Co Board of County Commissioners, 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 $46,500/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 Indian River Co Board of County Commissioners directly at 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 Indian River Co Board of County Commissioners, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Indian River Co Board of County Commissioners manages approximately 410 assisted housing units (410 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Vero Beach. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Indian River Co Board of County Commissioners
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Indian River Co Board of County Commissioners 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 Vero Beach. This program serves approximately 410 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
LIHTC closed
The LIHTC program at Indian River Co Board of County Commissioners provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Vero Beach. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Indian River Co Board of County Commissioners 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 closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Indian River Co Board of County Commissioners are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Vero Beach. 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 Indian River Co Board of County Commissioners 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Indian River Co Board of County Commissioners converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Vero Beach maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
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Indian River Co Board of County Commissioners Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Indian River Co Board of County Commissioners are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Sebastian-Vero Beach-West Vero Corridor, FL MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $46,500. 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 | $19,550 | $32,550 | $52,100 |
| 2 Persons | $22,350 | $37,200 | $59,550 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $41,850 | $67,000 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $46,500 | $74,400 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $50,250 | $80,400 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $53,950 | $86,350 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $57,700 | $92,300 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $61,400 | $98,250 |
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 Indian River Co Board of County Commissioners — including across state lines.