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Kauai County Housing Agency
Lihue, Hawaii
Last Updated
7 hours ago
About Kauai County Housing Agency
The Kauai County Housing Agency, located in Lihue, Kauai County, Hawaii, oversees approximately 1,178 assisted housing units, primarily delivered through Section 8 housing choice vouchers.
The agency is presently accepting applications for several programs focused on affordable homeownership and various housing types. These open programs include Affordable Homebuyer, Affordable Homeownership, Affordable Housing (including specific options like Pua Loke Apartments and Homebuyer), Affordable Multifamily Housing, Affordable Senior and Family Housing, and general Family Housing. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) and Public Housing programs are currently closed to new applications.
Applicants should be aware of income restrictions. For example, a family of four seeking Very Low Income assistance in the Kauai County, HI area must have an annual income of no more than $66,450 to be considered eligible.
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Affordable Family Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Pua Loke Apartments is a 54-unit affordable multifamily community serving households earning 30% to 60% of the Area Median Income (AMI), with select units for families experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
Affordable Homebuyer Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This waitlist requires applicants to be full-time Kaua'i residents, first-time homeowners, and complete a Home Buyer Education Workshop. Registration is ongoing to be notified of upcoming affordable housing developments.
Affordable Homebuyer Program Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Applicants must be full-time Kaua'i Residents and first-time homeowners, and must complete a Home Buyer Education Workshop. Completed registration forms and education certificates can be submitted via email or dropped off to be added to the Affordable Housing Waitlist.
Affordable Homebuyer/Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Applicants must be full-time Kaua'i Residents and first-time homeowners, and must complete a free Home Buyer Education Workshop.
Affordable Homeownership Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Requires full-time Kaua'i residency, first-time homeownership, and completion of a Home Buyer Education Workshop. Participants are notified of upcoming affordable housing developments or 'For Sale' single-family homes.
Affordable Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Serves households earning 30% to 60% of Area Median Income (AMI); select units are for families experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
Affordable Housing (Family) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple (Phone, Email)
Additional Notes
Applicants are placed on a waiting list if no apartments are available, on a first-come, first-served and income priority basis. Eligibility and maximum income restrictions apply.
Affordable Housing (Homebuyer) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
To be added to the Affordable Housing Waitlist, applicants must be full-time Kaua'i Residents and submit a completed registration form and a Home Buyer Education certificate of completion.
Affordable Housing (Multi-family) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Waitlist is open for 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom units, serving households earning between 30% and 60% of the Area Median Income (AMI). Select units are for families experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
Affordable Housing (Pua Loke Apartments) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This program serves households earning between 30% and 100% of the Area Median Income (AMI). Select units are designated for families experiencing or at risk of homelessness, with placements coordinated through the Kaua'i Community Alliance.
Affordable Housing (Senior and Family Rental) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Waitlist is open for 1, 2, and 3-bedroom units for seniors (55+) at 60% AMI and families at 30-80% AMI, with some units at 100% AMI. Twenty-one units are Project-Based Voucher (PBV) and are referred by the Kauaʻi County Housing Agency.
Affordable Housing Homebuyer Program Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Applicants must be full-time Kaua'i Residents, first-time homeowners, and complete a free Home Buyer Education Workshop.
Affordable Multifamily Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applicants are eligible for occupancy on a first-come, first-served and income priority basis; if no apartments are available, applicants are placed on a waiting list.
Affordable Rental Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Pua Loke Apartments serves households earning between 30% and 60% of the Area Median Income (AMI). Select units are designated for families experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
Affordable Senior and Family Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Lima Ola provides 85 affordable apartments across two phases for kūpuna (seniors 55 and older) and working families. Income eligibility is 60% of the Area Median Income (AMI) for seniors and 30% to 80% AMI for families, with five additional units at 100% AMI.
Family Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Pua Loke Apartments serves households earning between 30% and 60% of the Area Median Income (AMI). Select units are designated for families experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
Homebuyer Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple (Online, Email, In-person)
Additional Notes
Requires full-time Kaua'i residency, first-time homeowner status, and completion of a Home Buyer Education Workshop.
Homebuyer Program Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Applicants must be Kaua'i residents and first-time homebuyers, complete a HUD-approved Homebuyer Education program, and occupy the property as their primary residence. Preference is given to residents of the island of Kaua'i.
Homeownership Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The Kaua'i Resident Affordable Home-Buyer List Program (AHWL) offers continuous registration for first-time Kaua'i resident homebuyers who complete a homebuyer education workshop to be notified of future affordable 'for sale' housing units.
Other Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Pua Loke Street Apartments is an affordable multifamily community in Lihue with 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom units for households earning between 30% and 60% of the Area Median Income (AMI), with select units for families experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
Other (Homebuyer Program) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This waitlist is for future homeownership opportunities, requiring full-time Kaua'i residency, first-time homebuyer status, and completion of a homebuyer education workshop.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Pua Loke Apartments is a 54-unit affordable multifamily community; preferences include residents employed in Līhu'e and residents of the Ahupua'a of Nāwiliwili, with select units for families experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
Supportive Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Sep 9, 2024
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Pre-applications for the Lima Ola Supportive Housing project began September 9, 2024, for the houseless community, with a full application required later.
other Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Sep 9, 2024
Additional Notes
Pre-applications began for the Lima Ola Supportive Housing project, which is for the houseless community.
Other Programs
7 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 waiting list closed on November 6, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. (HST) until further notice. Eligible applicants were previously selected via a random lottery system, and the program assists low-income families, people with disabilities, and the elderly.
This project offers permanent supportive housing with on-site case management and is currently at full occupancy.
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.
Kealaula is currently at full occupancy; a pre-application form is required to be considered for housing.
Applicants must be full-time Kaua'i Residents and complete a Home Buyer Education certificate; applications can be submitted via email to housing@kauai.gov or dropped off to KCHA.
Mainstream Vouchers provide rental assistance specifically for non-elderly persons with disabilities. The program helps individuals transition out of institutional settings or avoid institutionalization by subsidizing housing costs in the private market.
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance, allowing housing authorities to leverage private funding for property rehabilitation while preserving long-term affordability for residents.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Kauai County Housing Agency portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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 Kauai County Housing Agency
Check Current Status
Kauai County Housing Agency currently has 24 open waiting lists (Affordable Family Housing, Affordable Homebuyer, Affordable Homebuyer Program, Affordable Homebuyer/Housing, Affordable Homeownership, Affordable Housing, Affordable Housing (Family), Affordable Housing (Homebuyer), Affordable Housing (Multi-family), Affordable Housing (Pua Loke Apartments), Affordable Housing (Senior and Family Rental), Affordable Housing Homebuyer Program, Affordable Multifamily Housing, Affordable Rental Housing, Affordable Senior and Family Housing, Family Housing, Homebuyer, Homebuyer Program, Homeownership, Other, Other (Homebuyer Program), PBV, Supportive Housing, other). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Kauai County Housing Agency, 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 $66,450/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 Kauai County Housing Agency portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Kauai County Housing Agency, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Kauai County Housing Agency manages approximately 1,178 assisted housing units (1,178 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Lihue. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Kauai County Housing Agency
Affordable Family Housing open
The Affordable Family Housing program at Kauai County Housing Agency provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lihue. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Homebuyer open
The Affordable Homebuyer program at Kauai County Housing Agency provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lihue. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Homebuyer Program open
The Affordable Homebuyer Program program at Kauai County Housing Agency provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lihue. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Homebuyer/Housing open
The Affordable Homebuyer/Housing program at Kauai County Housing Agency provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lihue. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Homeownership open
The Affordable Homeownership program at Kauai County Housing Agency provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lihue. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Housing open
The Affordable Housing program at Kauai County Housing Agency provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lihue. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Housing (Family) open
The Affordable Housing (Family) program at Kauai County Housing Agency provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lihue. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Housing (Homebuyer) open
The Affordable Housing (Homebuyer) program at Kauai County Housing Agency provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lihue. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Housing (Multi-family) open
The Affordable Housing (Multi-family) program at Kauai County Housing Agency provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lihue. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Housing (Pua Loke Apartments) open
The Affordable Housing (Pua Loke Apartments) program at Kauai County Housing Agency provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lihue. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Housing (Senior and Family Rental) open
The Affordable Housing (Senior and Family Rental) program at Kauai County Housing Agency provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lihue. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Housing Homebuyer Program open
The Affordable Housing Homebuyer Program program at Kauai County Housing Agency provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lihue. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Multifamily Housing open
The Affordable Multifamily Housing program at Kauai County Housing Agency provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lihue. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Rental Housing open
The Affordable Rental Housing program at Kauai County Housing Agency provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lihue. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Senior and Family Housing open
The Affordable Senior and Family Housing program at Kauai County Housing Agency provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lihue. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Family Housing open
The Family Housing program at Kauai County Housing Agency provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lihue. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Homebuyer open
The Homebuyer program at Kauai County Housing Agency provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lihue. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Homebuyer Program open
The Homebuyer Program program at Kauai County Housing Agency provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lihue. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Homeownership open
The Homeownership program at Kauai County Housing Agency provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lihue. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other open
The Other program at Kauai County Housing Agency provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lihue. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (Homebuyer Program) open
The Other (Homebuyer Program) program at Kauai County Housing Agency provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lihue. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher open
Project-Based Vouchers at Kauai County Housing Agency are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Lihue. 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.
Supportive Housing open
The Supportive Housing program at Kauai County Housing Agency provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lihue. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
other open
The other program at Kauai County Housing Agency provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lihue. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Kauai County Housing Agency 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 Lihue. This program serves approximately 1,178 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Permanent Supportive Housing closed
The Permanent Supportive Housing program at Kauai County Housing Agency provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lihue. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Kauai County Housing Agency 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.
Supportive Housing (Kealaula and Lima Ola) closed
The Supportive Housing (Kealaula and Lima Ola) program at Kauai County Housing Agency provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lihue. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Housing (Homebuyer Program) closed
The Affordable Housing (Homebuyer Program) program at Kauai County Housing Agency provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lihue. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Kauai County Housing Agency 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Kauai County Housing Agency converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Lihue maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Kauai County Housing Agency?
Kauai County Housing Agency Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Kauai County Housing Agency are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Kauai County, HI. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $66,450. 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 | $27,900 | $46,550 | $72,950 |
| 2 Persons | $31,900 | $53,200 | $83,400 |
| 3 Persons | $35,900 | $59,850 | $93,800 |
| 4 Persons | $39,850 | $66,450 | $104,200 |
| 5 Persons | $43,310 | $71,800 | $112,550 |
| 6 Persons | $49,640 | $77,100 | $120,900 |
| 7 Persons | $55,970 | $82,400 | $129,250 |
| 8 Persons | $62,300 | $87,750 | $137,550 |
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.