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Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority
Las Vegas, Nevada
Last Updated
5 hours ago
About Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority
The Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority (SNRHA), located in Las Vegas, Clark County, Nevada, manages approximately 14,638 assisted housing units. This total comprises about 12,748 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 1,890 Public Housing units, serving residents throughout the region.
SNRHA offers various programs including Housing Choice Vouchers, Public Housing, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) properties, Emergency Housing Vouchers (EHV), and other affordable housing initiatives. Please note that all waiting lists for these programs are currently closed. Recent activity shows both LIHTC and PBV waitlists changing from open to closed.
Eligibility for SNRHA programs typically includes income limitations. For instance, a family of four seeking assistance must meet the very low-income limit, which is $51,000 per year for the Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV MSA area. Applicants must fulfill all program-specific criteria when waitlists eventually reopen.
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Affordable Housing (Veterans) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Veterans can apply to Affordable Housing communities online via Rent Cafe or in-person at SNRHA Administrative Offices; eligibility includes income limitations.
Other Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
Veterans can apply to any Affordable, RAD, or Public Housing community at any time by applying in-person.
Veterans - Multi-Program Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
Veterans can apply to any Affordable, RAD, or Public Housing community at any time when the general waitlist is closed, applications are accepted in-person at 340 N. 11th Street, Las Vegas, NV 89101.
Other Programs
10 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.
Veterans can apply to any Affordable Housing community anytime, either online through Rent Cafe or in person at 340 N 11th Street, Las Vegas Nevada 89101. Affordable Housing is non-aided, focusing on local resources and partnerships.
The Emergency Housing Vouchers waiting list last accepted applications until June 18, 2024, with no announced reopening.
All waiting lists for these programs are currently closed.
This program is administered by SNRHA but does not have active waitlist openings at this time.
Applications are accepted only when the waitlist is open. A lottery is used to select applicants when the waitlist closes. Veterans can apply at any time, and if the waitlist is closed, they can apply in person.
The Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) waitlist is currently closed.
This program is administered by SNRHA but does not have active waitlist openings at this time.
The waitlist for PBV is opening on January 26th, 2026.
Preferences may include working 20+ hours/week, full-time students, receiving SSI/SSD, 62+ years old, Clark County residency/work, veterans/spouses.
All RAD program waiting lists are currently closed. The last application period for specific RAD Project-Based Vouchers was from June 21, 2022, to September 20, 2022.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority 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 Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority currently has 3 open waiting lists (Affordable Housing (Veterans), Other, Veterans - Multi-Program). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Southern Nevada Regional 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 $51,000/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 Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority manages approximately 14,638 assisted housing units (12,748 Section 8, 1,890 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Las Vegas. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority
Affordable Housing (Veterans) open
The Affordable Housing (Veterans) program at Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Las Vegas. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other open
The Other program at Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Las Vegas. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Veterans - Multi-Program open
The Veterans - Multi-Program program at Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Las Vegas. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Housing closed
The Affordable Housing program at Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Las Vegas. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
EHV closed
The EHV program at Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Las Vegas. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Emergency Housing Vouchers (EHV) closed
The Emergency Housing Vouchers (EHV) program at Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Las Vegas. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
FUP closed
The FUP program at Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Las Vegas. 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 Southern Nevada Regional 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 Las Vegas. This program serves approximately 12,748 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 Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Las Vegas. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Southern Nevada Regional 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 closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Las Vegas. 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 Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority manages approximately 1,890 Public Housing units in Las Vegas. 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 Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Las Vegas maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
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Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $51,000. 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 | $21,450 | $35,700 | $57,150 |
| 2 Persons | $24,500 | $40,800 | $65,300 |
| 3 Persons | $27,550 | $45,900 | $73,450 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $51,000 | $81,600 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $55,100 | $88,150 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $59,200 | $94,700 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $63,250 | $101,200 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $67,350 | $107,750 |
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 Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority — including across state lines.