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About Housing Authority of the City of Raleigh
The Housing Authority of the City of Raleigh (HACR), located in Raleigh, Wake County, North Carolina (PHA Code: NC002), manages approximately 5,522 assisted housing units. These include 4,261 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 1,261 Public Housing units. HACR currently has open waitlists for its Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) and Public Housing programs.
Applicants for HACR programs should note that the Very Low Income limit for a family of four in the Raleigh-Cary, NC MSA area is $66,350 per year. While the Housing Choice Voucher and Public Housing waitlists are open, the Project-Based Voucher (PBV) program waitlist is currently closed. Interested applicants should verify their eligibility against current income guidelines.
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Other Programs
3 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.
Eligibility is based on total annual gross income and family size not exceeding 50% of the median income, and eligible immigration status; RHA implements preferences for its programs.
New site-based waiting lists for Project-Based Vouchers are established, and applications from the Housing Choice Voucher waiting list are automatically added. Qualifications include income within 0-50% AMI, citizenship/eligible immigrant status, and meeting criminal and credit screening criteria.
Preferences include living or working in Wake County, mobility-impaired, working families (24+ months of 35+ hours/week employment), elderly (62+), or disabled; selection is based on time/date of pre-application plus preferences. Only one pre-application per household is accepted.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City of Raleigh portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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 Housing Authority of the City of Raleigh
Check Current Status
All 3 waiting lists at Housing Authority of the City of Raleigh 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 Housing Authority of the City of Raleigh, 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 $66,350/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 Housing Authority of the City of Raleigh portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Housing Authority of the City of Raleigh, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Raleigh manages approximately 5,522 assisted housing units (4,261 Section 8, 1,261 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Raleigh. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Raleigh
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City of Raleigh 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 Raleigh. This program serves approximately 4,261 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Raleigh are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Raleigh. 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 Housing Authority of the City of Raleigh are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of the City of Raleigh manages approximately 1,261 Public Housing units in Raleigh. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Housing Authority of the City of Raleigh?
Housing Authority of the City of Raleigh Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Raleigh are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Raleigh-Cary, NC MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $66,350. 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 | $46,450 | $72,950 |
| 2 Persons | $31,850 | $53,100 | $83,400 |
| 3 Persons | $35,850 | $59,750 | $93,800 |
| 4 Persons | $39,800 | $66,350 | $104,200 |
| 5 Persons | $43,000 | $71,700 | $112,550 |
| 6 Persons | $46,200 | $77,000 | $120,900 |
| 7 Persons | $49,400 | $82,300 | $129,250 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $87,600 | $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 Housing Authority of the City of Raleigh — including across state lines.