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County of Albemarle/Office of Housing
Charlottesville, Virginia
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About County of Albemarle/Office of Housing
The County of Albemarle/Office of Housing (PHA Code: VA036) is located in Charlottesville, Albemarle County, Virginia. This office is responsible for managing approximately 574 assisted housing units, primarily through Section 8 vouchers, to serve local residents.
Currently, the Family Unification Program (FUP) waitlist is open for new applications. Other programs, including the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Mainstream, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, and the Albemarle Housing Investment Fund (AHIF), are closed to new applicants. The FUP program recently changed from closed to open, while the Mainstream program's status shifted from unknown to closed.
Applicants should note the income limits, such as the Very Low Income threshold for a family of four, which is $62,900 per year for the Charlottesville, VA MSA area. This criterion helps determine eligibility for available housing assistance.
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Family Unification Program (FUP) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Apr 6, 2023
How to Apply
Referral
Additional Notes
The HCV Waiting List remains open indefinitely to accept Family Unification Program Voucher Referrals only, which must be made through Albemarle County's Department of Social Services as a Public Child Welfare Agency.
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Apr 6, 2023
How to Apply
Referral
Additional Notes
The HCV Waiting List is open indefinitely to accept Family Unification Program (FUP) Voucher Referrals only, which must be made through Albemarle County's Department of Social Services as a Public Child Welfare Agency.
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.
This is a funding program, not a direct housing program with a continuous waiting list.
This is a funding program, not a direct housing program with a continuous waiting list for individuals.
When open, applications are selected via a lottery system and ranked by local preferences including homelessness, living/working in Albemarle County, veteran status, domestic violence, and disability.
The Albemarle Housing Investment Fund (AHIF) is a funding program, not a direct housing program with a continuous waiting list. Applications were last accepted through the County's application portal until January 31, 2026.
This is a funding program, not a direct housing program with a continuous waiting list for individuals. Applications for grant funding were accepted through the County's application portal until January 31, 2026.
No specific details found regarding this program's waiting list status beyond being closed.
When open, applications are selected via a lottery system and ranked by local preferences including homelessness, living/working in Albemarle County, veteran status, domestic violence, and disability.
When open, applications are selected via a lottery system and ranked by local preferences including homelessness, living/working in Albemarle County, veteran status, domestic violence, and disability.
When open, applications are selected via a lottery system and ranked by local preferences including homelessness, living/working in Albemarle County, veteran status, domestic violence, and disability.
The Family Unification Program (FUP) Voucher waiting list is currently closed for general applications, but the HCV waiting list remains open indefinitely to accept FUP Voucher Referrals only.
Status History
Deadline: Apr 13, 2023
Deadline: Nov 14, 2025
Official Application
Apply directly through the official County of Albemarle/Office of Housing 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 County of Albemarle/Office of Housing
Check Current Status
County of Albemarle/Office of Housing currently has 2 open waiting lists (FUP, HCV). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at County of Albemarle/Office of Housing, 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 $62,900/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 County of Albemarle/Office of Housing portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at County of Albemarle/Office of Housing, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. County of Albemarle/Office of Housing manages approximately 574 assisted housing units (574 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Charlottesville. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at County of Albemarle/Office of Housing
FUP open
The FUP program at County of Albemarle/Office of Housing provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Charlottesville. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) open
The Housing Choice Voucher program at County of Albemarle/Office of Housing 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 Charlottesville. This program serves approximately 574 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
AHIF closed
The AHIF program at County of Albemarle/Office of Housing provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Charlottesville. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Albemarle Housing Investment Fund (AHIF) closed
The Albemarle Housing Investment Fund (AHIF) program at County of Albemarle/Office of Housing provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Charlottesville. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at County of Albemarle/Office of Housing 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 County of Albemarle/Office of Housing provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Charlottesville. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (Albemarle Housing Investment Fund - AHIF) closed
The Other (Albemarle Housing Investment Fund - AHIF) program at County of Albemarle/Office of Housing provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Charlottesville. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Voucher Programs closed
The Other Voucher Programs program at County of Albemarle/Office of Housing provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Charlottesville. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at County of Albemarle/Office of Housing are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Charlottesville. 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 County of Albemarle/Office of Housing 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at County of Albemarle/Office of Housing converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Charlottesville maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
other closed
The other program at County of Albemarle/Office of Housing provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Charlottesville. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
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County of Albemarle/Office of Housing Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the County of Albemarle/Office of Housing are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Charlottesville, VA MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $62,900. 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 | $26,450 | $44,050 | $70,500 |
| 2 Persons | $30,200 | $50,350 | $80,550 |
| 3 Persons | $34,000 | $56,650 | $90,600 |
| 4 Persons | $37,750 | $62,900 | $100,650 |
| 5 Persons | $40,800 | $67,950 | $108,750 |
| 6 Persons | $43,800 | $73,000 | $116,800 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $78,000 | $124,850 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $83,050 | $132,900 |
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 County of Albemarle/Office of Housing — including across state lines.