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Charleston County Housing & Redevelopment Authority
Charleston, South Carolina
Last Updated
16 hours ago
About Charleston County Housing & Redevelopment Authority
Charleston County Housing & Redevelopment Authority (HUD agency code SC056) is the public housing agency serving Charleston, Charleston County, South Carolina. It administers 381 public housing units and 1,112 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 2 waiting lists at this agency, covering Public Housing, HCV. As of Oct 14, 2026, 1 is open and 1 is closed.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Charleston-North Charleston, SC MSA. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $55,450 per year, and as Low Income at or below $88,700 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 3 status changes at this agency, most recently on May 9, 2026.
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Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Feb 1, 2018
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
This applies to Brighton Place and Joseph Floyd Manor Senior and Disabled Public Housing. Mandatory application requirements include picture I.D., birth certificate, social security card, current SSI/Social Security benefits documentation, retirement/veterans/pension benefits (if applicable), last bank statement, emergency contact, and a $500 security deposit due before lease signing.
Other Programs
1 programThese 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.
The waiting list closed about an hour after it opened, once 500 applications were received. Selected applicants were placed on the waiting list by date and time the application was received; preferences have not been confirmed.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Charleston County Housing & Redevelopment 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 Charleston County Housing & Redevelopment Authority
Check Current Status
Charleston County Housing & Redevelopment Authority currently has 1 open waiting list (Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Charleston County Housing & Redevelopment 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 $55,450/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 Charleston County Housing & Redevelopment 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 Charleston County Housing & Redevelopment Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Charleston County Housing & Redevelopment Authority manages approximately 1,493 assisted housing units (1,112 Section 8, 381 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Charleston. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Charleston County Housing & Redevelopment Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Charleston County Housing & Redevelopment Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Charleston County Housing & Redevelopment Authority manages approximately 381 Public Housing units in Charleston. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Charleston County Housing & Redevelopment 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 Charleston. This program serves approximately 1,112 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Charleston County Housing & Redevelopment Authority?
Charleston County Housing & Redevelopment Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Charleston County Housing & Redevelopment Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Charleston-North Charleston, SC MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $55,450. 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 | $23,300 | $38,850 | $62,100 |
| 2 Persons | $26,600 | $44,400 | $71,000 |
| 3 Persons | $29,950 | $49,950 | $79,850 |
| 4 Persons | $33,250 | $55,450 | $88,700 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $59,900 | $95,800 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $64,350 | $102,900 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $68,800 | $110,000 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $73,200 | $117,100 |
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 Charleston County Housing & Redevelopment Authority — including across state lines.