Housing Authority of the County of Salt Lake
South Salt Lake, Utah
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3 days ago
About Housing Authority of the County of Salt Lake
The Housing Authority of the County of Salt Lake (PHA Code: UT003) is situated in South Salt Lake, Salt Lake County, Utah. This authority administers various housing programs, including Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, and RAD initiatives. It manages approximately 4,300 assisted housing units in total, comprising about 4,116 Housing Choice Vouchers and 184 Public Housing units.
Currently, all waiting lists for these programs are closed, and the Housing Authority of the County of Salt Lake is not accepting new applications. For applicants, the Very Low Income limit for a family of four in the Salt Lake City, UT HUD Metro FMR Area is $61,350 per year. Potential applicants should monitor official updates for any announcements regarding future waitlist openings.
Other Programs
4 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.
Tenant selection is based on income and application date/time. Preferences include 5 households annually from permanent supportive housing programs and 25 for homeless individuals and families prioritized by the Coordinated Entry System.
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.
Tenant selection is based on income and application date/time. Housing Connect maintains site-based waiting lists for Public Housing County High Rise and Valley Fair Village.
All Housing Connect (UT003) waiting lists, including Rental Assistance Demonstration Project Based Vouchers (RAD PBV), are currently closed and not accepting applications. When open, residency preferences often favor local residents, and a lottery system may be used.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Housing Authority of the County of Salt Lake directly at (801) 284-4400 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
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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 Housing Authority of the County of Salt Lake
Check Current Status
All 4 waiting lists at Housing Authority of the County of Salt Lake 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 County of Salt Lake, 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 $61,350/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
Contact Housing Authority of the County of Salt Lake directly at (801) 284-4400 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 Housing Authority of the County of Salt Lake, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the County of Salt Lake manages approximately 4,300 assisted housing units (4,116 Section 8, 184 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in South Salt Lake. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the County of Salt Lake
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the County of Salt Lake 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 South Salt Lake. This program serves approximately 4,116 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 County of Salt Lake are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in South Salt Lake. 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 County of Salt Lake are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of the County of Salt Lake manages approximately 184 Public Housing units in South Salt Lake. 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 Housing Authority of the County of Salt Lake converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in South Salt Lake maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Housing Authority of the County of Salt Lake Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the County of Salt Lake are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Salt Lake City, UT HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $61,350. 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 | $25,800 | $42,950 | $68,750 |
| 2 Persons | $29,450 | $49,100 | $78,550 |
| 3 Persons | $33,150 | $55,250 | $88,350 |
| 4 Persons | $36,800 | $61,350 | $98,150 |
| 5 Persons | $39,750 | $66,300 | $106,050 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $71,200 | $113,900 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $76,100 | $121,750 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $81,000 | $129,600 |
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 County of Salt Lake — including across state lines.