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About Josephine Housing Community Development Council

The Josephine Housing Community Development Council (JHCDC), located in Grants Pass, Josephine County, Oregon (PHA Code: OR031), manages approximately 909 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers.

Currently, the JHCDC is accepting applications for its Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program, Tax Credit Project, and the Tax Credit Project at Harbeck Village. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is presently closed to new applications.

For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit in the Grants Pass, OR MSA area is $42,400 per year. Applicants should consider these income guidelines when applying for open programs offered by the JHCDC.

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Affordable Housing Waitlist

Status

open

How to Apply

Multiple

Accepting applications — no deadline
Open until further notice
Open Now

Additional Notes

Harbeck Village is a 48-unit family complex with two, three, and four-bedroom units, managed by Lovelace Properties. Eligible families earn 40% to 50% of the area median income, and pets are not allowed.

Tax Credit Project Waitlist

Status

open

How to Apply

Multiple

Additional Notes

Harbeck Village is a 48-unit family complex offering two, three, and four-bedroom units, where eligible families earn 40% to 50% of the area median income, and pets are not allowed.

Tax Credit Project (Harbeck Village) Waitlist

Status

open

How to Apply

Multiple

Additional Notes

Eligible families must earn 40 to 50% of the area median income; Harbeck Village offers two, three, and four-bedroom units and does not allow pets.

Other Programs

9 programs

These 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.

Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV)
Closed

Applications to the waiting list are still being accepted. However, the PHA is not currently pulling applicants off of their waiting list as all available funding is in use. They will begin to pull applicants when funding is available for reuse or additional funding is gained.

This waitlist is currently closed. It is monitored nightly — you'll be alerted when it reopens.
Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC)
Closed

Harbeck Village is a 48-unit tax credit project owned by Josephine Housing and Community Development Council.

This waitlist is currently closed. It is monitored nightly — you'll be alerted when it reopens.
Public Housing
Closed

The public housing waitlist is currently closed.

This waitlist is currently closed. It is monitored nightly — you'll be alerted when it reopens.
LIHTC (Harbeck Village)
Pending

No waitlist information currently available for this program.

No active waitlist information currently available. This program is monitored nightly — you'll be alerted when openings are detected.
Mainstream Voucher
Pending

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.

No active waitlist information currently available. This program is monitored nightly — you'll be alerted when openings are detected.
Other
Pending

No waitlist information currently available for this program.

No active waitlist information currently available. This program is monitored nightly — you'll be alerted when openings are detected.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV)
Pending

Project-Based Vouchers are tied to specific housing units rather than following the tenant. Landlords or developers partner with the housing authority to reserve units for eligible low-income families. Unlike tenant-based HCV vouchers, PBV assistance stays with the unit if the tenant moves.

No active waitlist information currently available. This program is monitored nightly — you'll be alerted when openings are detected.
Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD)
Pending

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.

No active waitlist information currently available. This program is monitored nightly — you'll be alerted when openings are detected.
Tax Credit (Harbeck Village)
Pending

A waitlist exists for this 48-unit family housing project, but its current application status and method are not specified.

No active waitlist information currently available. This program is monitored nightly — you'll be alerted when openings are detected.

Status History

Public Housing Closed Apr 22, 2026
LIHTC Closed Apr 21, 2026
LIHTC Opened Mar 26, 2026
HCV Closed Mar 23, 2026

Official Application

Contact Josephine Housing Community Development Council 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

Address 1205 NE 7th St
City Grants Pass, OR 97526
PHA Code OR031
Section 8 Units 909

Important Notices

  • Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.

  • Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.

How to Apply at Josephine Housing Community Development Council

1

Check Current Status

Josephine Housing Community Development Council currently has 3 open waiting lists (Affordable Housing, Tax Credit Project, Tax Credit Project (Harbeck Village)). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.

2

Gather Required Documents

For Section 8 voucher programs at Josephine Housing Community Development Council, 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 $42,400/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.

3

Submit Your Application

Contact Josephine Housing Community Development Council directly at to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.

4

After You Apply

Once accepted onto the waiting list at Josephine Housing Community Development Council, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Josephine Housing Community Development Council manages approximately 909 assisted housing units (909 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Grants Pass. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.

Programs at Josephine Housing Community Development Council

Affordable Housing open

The Affordable Housing program at Josephine Housing Community Development Council provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Grants Pass. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

Tax Credit Project open

The Tax Credit Project program at Josephine Housing Community Development Council provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Grants Pass. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

Tax Credit Project (Harbeck Village) open

The Tax Credit Project (Harbeck Village) program at Josephine Housing Community Development Council provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Grants Pass. 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 Josephine Housing Community Development Council 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 Grants Pass. This program serves approximately 909 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 Josephine Housing Community Development Council provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Grants Pass. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

Public Housing Public Housing closed

Public Housing units at Josephine Housing Community Development Council 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.

LIHTC (Harbeck Village) closed

The LIHTC (Harbeck Village) program at Josephine Housing Community Development Council provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Grants Pass. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed

Mainstream Vouchers at Josephine Housing Community Development Council 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 Josephine Housing Community Development Council provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Grants Pass. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

PBV Project-Based Voucher closed

Project-Based Vouchers at Josephine Housing Community Development Council are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Grants Pass. 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.

RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed

The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Josephine Housing Community Development Council converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Grants Pass maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.

Tax Credit (Harbeck Village) closed

The Tax Credit (Harbeck Village) program at Josephine Housing Community Development Council provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Grants Pass. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is applying at Josephine Housing Community Development Council free?
Yes. Applying for any federally-funded housing assistance program is always free. Josephine Housing Community Development Council administers 12 programs (Affordable Housing, Tax Credit Project, Tax Credit Project (Harbeck Village), HCV, LIHTC, Public Housing, LIHTC (Harbeck Village), Mainstream, Other, PBV, RAD, Tax Credit (Harbeck Village)) — none of which charge an application fee. If any website or person asks you to pay money to apply, it is a scam. Always apply directly through the housing authority or in person at their office at 1205 NE 7th St, Grants Pass, OR.
How long is the wait at Josephine Housing Community Development Council?
Wait times at Josephine Housing Community Development Council depend on demand in Grants Pass, funding levels, and your priority status. With approximately 909 assisted housing units, turnover determines how quickly the list moves. The most recent status change we tracked was on April 22, 2026 when the Public Housing list changed from "unknown" to "closed." Families with children, elderly applicants, and disabled individuals may receive priority placement. Contact Josephine Housing Community Development Council directly for current estimated wait times.
Can I apply to other housing authorities while on this waitlist?
Yes. There is no limit to the number of housing authority waiting lists you can join simultaneously. There are 6 other housing authorities within 100 miles of Josephine Housing Community Development Council, including Housing Authority of Jackson County (23 mi), Housing Authority of Douglas County (53 mi), Crescent City Housing Authority (66 mi). Applying to multiple PHAs in Oregon and neighboring states is strongly recommended to increase your chances. Browse all housing authorities in Oregon.
How do I contact Josephine Housing Community Development Council?
You can reach Josephine Housing Community Development Council by phone at (541) 479-5529. Their office is located at 1205 NE 7th St, Grants Pass, OR 97526. You can also email them at tammy@jhcdc.net. Office hours may vary — call ahead to confirm.
What are the income limits for Josephine Housing Community Development Council?
Income limits for Josephine Housing Community Development Council are set by HUD based on the Area Median Income for Grants Pass, OR MSA (currently $84,800). For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit (50% AMI) is $42,400. Most Section 8 and Public Housing programs require your household income to be at or below this level. See the full income limits table below.

Josephine Housing Community Development Council Income Limits

Income limits for programs at the Josephine Housing Community Development Council are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Grants Pass, OR MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $42,400. 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 $17,850 $29,700 $47,500
2 Persons $21,150 $33,950 $54,300
3 Persons $26,650 $38,200 $61,100
4 Persons $32,150 $42,400 $67,850
5 Persons $37,650 $45,800 $73,300
6 Persons $43,150 $49,200 $78,750
7 Persons $48,650 $52,600 $84,150
8 Persons $54,150 $56,000 $89,600
Source: HUD FY 2025 Income Limits Area Median Income: $84,800 Effective April 1, 2025
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.