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Illinois Housing Development Authority
Chicago, Illinois
Last Updated
6 hours ago
About Illinois Housing Development Authority
The Illinois Housing Development Authority (PHA Code: IL901) is located in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois. This authority manages approximately 235 assisted housing units, which are provided through Section 8 vouchers.
Applicants can currently apply for the Mod Rehab and Rental Housing Support Program, both of which have recently opened. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is currently closed to new applications. The Moderate Rehabilitation Program status is unknown.
For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit is $59,950 per year for the Chicago-Joliet-Naperville, IL HUD Metro FMR Area. Prospective applicants should verify their eligibility based on their household income and size.
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Moderate Rehabilitation (Mod Rehab) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Contact the properties directly to apply.
Additional Notes
Provides rental assistance to low- and very-low income households living in participating properties in Cook and Will counties. You must be prepared to move into a participating property in order to receive rental assistance.
Moderate Rehabilitation (Mod Rehab) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Apr 5, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Provides rental assistance to low- and very-low income households in participating properties in Cook and Will counties; applicants must be prepared to move.
Other Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Apr 5, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Provides rental assistance to extremely low-income households living in participating properties; applicants must be prepared to move into a participating property and apply directly to those properties.
Other Waitlist Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Apr 5, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Provides rental assistance to extremely low-income households living in participating properties; applicants must be prepared to move and apply directly to properties.
Rental Housing Support Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Apr 5, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This program provides rental assistance to extremely low-income households living in participating properties; applicants must be prepared to move into a participating property and apply directly to those properties.
Rental Housing Support Program Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Contact the properties directly to apply.
Additional Notes
Provides rental assistance to extremely low-income households living in participating properties. You must be prepared to move into a participating property in order to receive rental assistance.
other Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
May 27, 2026
Closing Date
Jun 22, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The Illinois Court-Based Rental Assistance Program (CBRAP) provides emergency rental assistance for tenants and housing providers with pending eviction cases.
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.
IHDA does not issue or accept applications for Housing Choice Vouchers. Contact a public housing agency in your community to apply.
No waitlist information currently available for this program.
Mainstream Vouchers provide rental assistance specifically for non-elderly persons with disabilities.
Project-Based Vouchers are tied to specific housing units rather than following the tenant.
Public Housing provides affordable rental units owned and operated directly by the housing authority, with rent typically set at 30% of household income.
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance, leveraging private funding for property rehabilitation while preserving long-term affordability.
No waitlist information currently available for this program.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Illinois Housing Development Authority 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.
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 Illinois Housing Development Authority
Check Current Status
Illinois Housing Development Authority currently has 7 open waiting lists (Mod Rehab, Moderate Rehabilitation (Mod Rehab), Other, Other Waitlist, Rental Housing Support, Rental Housing Support Program, other). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Illinois Housing Development 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 $59,950/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 Illinois Housing Development Authority 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 Illinois Housing Development Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Illinois Housing Development Authority manages approximately 235 assisted housing units (235 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Chicago. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Illinois Housing Development Authority
Mod Rehab open
The Mod Rehab program at Illinois Housing Development Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Chicago. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Moderate Rehabilitation (Mod Rehab) open
The Moderate Rehabilitation (Mod Rehab) program at Illinois Housing Development Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Chicago. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other open
The Other program at Illinois Housing Development Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Chicago. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Waitlist open
The Other Waitlist program at Illinois Housing Development Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Chicago. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Rental Housing Support open
The Rental Housing Support program at Illinois Housing Development Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Chicago. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Rental Housing Support Program open
The Rental Housing Support Program program at Illinois Housing Development Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Chicago. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
other open
The other program at Illinois Housing Development Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Chicago. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements. The application window closes on June 22, 2026.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Illinois Housing Development 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 Chicago. This program serves approximately 235 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Long Term Operating Support Program closed
The Long Term Operating Support Program program at Illinois Housing Development Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Chicago. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Illinois Housing Development 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 closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Illinois Housing Development Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Chicago. 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 Illinois Housing Development 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Illinois Housing Development Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Chicago maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Moderate Rehabilitation Program closed
The Moderate Rehabilitation Program program at Illinois Housing Development Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Chicago. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Illinois Housing Development Authority?
Illinois Housing Development Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Illinois Housing Development Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Chicago-Joliet-Naperville, IL HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $59,950. 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 | $25,200 | $42,000 | $67,150 |
| 2 Persons | $28,800 | $48,000 | $76,750 |
| 3 Persons | $32,400 | $54,000 | $86,350 |
| 4 Persons | $35,950 | $59,950 | $95,900 |
| 5 Persons | $38,850 | $64,750 | $103,600 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $69,550 | $111,250 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $74,350 | $118,950 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $79,150 | $126,600 |
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 Illinois Housing Development Authority — including across state lines.