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Kendall Housing Authority
Yorkville, Illinois
Last Updated
6 hours ago
About Kendall Housing Authority
Kendall Housing Authority (PHA Code: IL137) is located in Yorkville, Kendall County, Illinois. This authority manages approximately 198 assisted housing units, specifically 198 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV).
Currently, all waiting lists for Kendall Housing Authority programs are closed. This includes programs such as HCV, Mainstream, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Rental Housing Support Program (RHSP), and various Senior Housing options. Applicants should note that no new applications are being accepted at this time.
The income limit for a very low-income family of four in the Kendall County, IL HUD Metro FMR Area is $66,200 per year. Potential applicants will need to meet income eligibility criteria when waiting lists eventually reopen.
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13 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.
KHA HCV waitlist closed 10/11/2022. AffordableHousing.com can be used to search for properties in Kendall County.
MainStream wait list (non-elderly with disabilities) CLOSED 5/4/2021.
This waitlist is specifically for seniors.
Project Based Vouchers (Seniors & housing in collaboration with Social Service Agency Providers) CLOSED 5/31/2022. The DuPage Housing Authority (DHA) is opening the Project-Based Voucher (PBV) waitlists on March 6, 2024, providing housing options for low to moderate-income individuals and families in DuPage County. The waitlists will remain open until 10:30am on April 3, 2024. Selection will be via random lottery, not first come first placed. 300 applicants will be selected for each waitlist.
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.
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.
DHA RHSP waitlist CLOSED 9/7/2022.
No waitlist information currently available for this program.
No waitlist information currently available for this program.
The Senior Wait List was closed on May 4, 2021.
No waitlist information currently available for this program.
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Yorkville.
Program type: Senior Housing. This program provides housing options for seniors.
Status History
Deadline: Apr 3, 2024
Deadline: Apr 3, 2024
Official Application
Contact Kendall Housing 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
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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 Kendall Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 13 waiting lists at Kendall Housing Authority 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 Kendall 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 $66,200/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 Kendall Housing 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 Kendall Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Kendall Housing Authority manages approximately 198 assisted housing units (198 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Yorkville. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Kendall Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Kendall 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 Yorkville. This program serves approximately 198 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Kendall 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.
Other closed
The Other program at Kendall Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Yorkville. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Kendall Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Yorkville. 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 Kendall 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Kendall Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Yorkville maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
RHSP closed
The RHSP program at Kendall Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Yorkville. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Rental Housing Support Program closed
The Rental Housing Support Program program at Kendall Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Yorkville. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Rental Housing Support Program (RHSP) closed
The Rental Housing Support Program (RHSP) program at Kendall Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Yorkville. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Senior closed
The Senior program at Kendall Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Yorkville. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Senior Housing closed
The Senior Housing program at Kendall Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Yorkville. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Senior Wait List closed
The Senior Wait List program at Kendall Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Yorkville. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
other closed
The other program at Kendall Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Yorkville. 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 Kendall Housing Authority?
Kendall Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Kendall Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Kendall County, IL HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $66,200. 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 | $27,800 | $46,350 | $72,950 |
| 2 Persons | $31,800 | $53,000 | $83,400 |
| 3 Persons | $35,750 | $59,600 | $93,800 |
| 4 Persons | $39,700 | $66,200 | $104,200 |
| 5 Persons | $42,900 | $71,500 | $112,550 |
| 6 Persons | $46,100 | $76,800 | $120,900 |
| 7 Persons | $49,250 | $82,100 | $129,250 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $87,400 | $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.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Kendall Housing Authority — including across state lines.