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Housing Authority of City of Sedro Woolley
Sedro Woolley, Washington
Last Updated
9 hours ago
About Housing Authority of City of Sedro Woolley
The Housing Authority of City of Sedro Woolley, located in Sedro Woolley, Skagit County, Washington (PHA Code: WA030), manages approximately 80 assisted housing units. This authority administers both Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) programs.
Currently, all waiting lists for both the Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) programs are closed. The Public Housing waiting list recently changed from an open status to closed, indicating that new applications are not being accepted at this time.
For reference, the Very Low Income limit for a family of four in the Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA MSA area is $54,700 per year. Potential applicants should be aware that no applications are being accepted by the Housing Authority of City of Sedro Woolley at this time.
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Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Additional Notes
SWHA provides 80 units of subsidized housing. Cedar Grove offers 2-, 3-, and 4-bedroom townhouse apartments for families. Hillsview provides 1-bedroom apartments for people 62 years of age or older, as well as younger adults with disabilities and single people.
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.
Housing Choice (Section 8) Vouchers in Sedro-Woolley are not managed by SWHA, but by the Housing Authority of Skagit County.
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.
SWHA is applying to HUD for specific subsidized housing properties to participate in its Rental Assistance Demonstration program.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Housing Authority of City of Sedro Woolley 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 Housing Authority of City of Sedro Woolley
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of City of Sedro Woolley 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 Housing Authority of City of Sedro Woolley, 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 $54,700/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 City of Sedro Woolley 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 Housing Authority of City of Sedro Woolley, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of City of Sedro Woolley manages approximately 80 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Sedro Woolley. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of City of Sedro Woolley
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of City of Sedro Woolley are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of City of Sedro Woolley manages approximately 80 Public Housing units in Sedro Woolley. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of City of Sedro Woolley 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 Sedro Woolley. 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 City of Sedro Woolley are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Sedro Woolley. 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 Housing Authority of City of Sedro Woolley converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Sedro Woolley maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Housing Authority of City of Sedro Woolley?
Housing Authority of City of Sedro Woolley Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of City of Sedro Woolley are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $54,700. 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 | $23,000 | $38,250 | $61,250 |
| 2 Persons | $26,250 | $43,750 | $70,000 |
| 3 Persons | $29,550 | $49,250 | $78,750 |
| 4 Persons | $32,800 | $54,700 | $87,500 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $59,050 | $94,500 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $63,450 | $101,500 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $67,850 | $108,500 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $72,250 | $115,500 |
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 City of Sedro Woolley — including across state lines.