The City of Pasadena Housing Department will open the Section 8 waiting list
for on-line applications from June 1, 2023 - June 15, 2023
Waiting List Application FAQs - Updated 5/22/2023
The City of Pasadena Housing Department (CoPHD) announces the planned opening of the waiting list for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program for applications, starting on June 1, 2023 at 9:00 am and closing two weeks later on June 15, 2023 at 5pm. The program provides rental assistance to eligible households, helping them afford housing.
Interested households must apply online during the open waiting list period. Applications may be submitted using computer, smart-phone, or internet-connected tablet.
Section 8 Vouchers allow the voucher holder to select a rental unit of their choice that meets the acceptable level of health and safety standards and is approved by the CoPHD. The household will pay approximately 30% of its monthly adjusted gross income for rent and utilities, with the CoPHD paying the difference based on the payment standard for the area. If the rent exceeds the area standard, the family must pay the additional amount, up to 40% of their monthly income.
Submitting an application does not guarantee a place on the waiting list. The CoPHD will only be able to accept 7,500 applications. If more than 7,500 applications are submitted, a random computerized selection process along with the CoPHD waiting list preferences will be used to determine which applications get accepted to the waiting list and the order in which the applications are placed. The date and time of application submission does not increase the likelihood of being selected for the waiting list. After the lottery takes place, an email will be sent to all applicants regarding the outcome of the application submitted with instructions for the selected applicants regarding where to check their application status.
Eligibility Criteria:
To be eligible for the Housing Choice Voucher Program, applicant household’s total gross annual income must be at or below the very low-income limit for the household size.
| Very Low-income Limit for FY 23-24 for Pasadena (effective May 15, 2023) | |||||||
| Household Size | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
| Maximum Annual Income | $44,140 | $50,540 | $56,750 | $63,050 | $68,100 | $73,150 | $78,200 |
The City of Pasadena applies the following preferences to determine selection from the waiting list:
- People who live or work in the City of Pasadena
- Veterans
- People with disabilities
- People experiencing homelessness
How to Apply:
CoPHD will accept online applications for the waiting list beginning at 9 am on June 1, 2023.
Applications will only be available online and can be submitted online only at www.cityofpasadena.net/housing.
Applicants must have a valid email address to complete the application and must keep that email address active during the time they remain on the waiting list. Each application submitted must have a unique email address. Duplicate applications are not permitted.
If you need help to complete your application because of a disability, please contact the Citizen Service Center at (626) 744-7311 Monday-Friday between the hours of 7:30am and 5pm.
For access to a computer to complete the online application, visit any of the following libraries in Pasadena:
Allendale Branch: 1130 South Marengo Avenue Pasadena, CA 91106 (M-Sa: 10-6, Su: Closed)
Hastings Branch: 3325 East Orange Grove Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107 (M-Th: 10-7, F-Sa: 10-6, Su: 1-5)
Hill Avenue Branch: 55 South Hill Ave, Pasadena, CA 91106 (M-Sa: 10-6, Su: Closed)
La Pintoresca Branch: 1355 N Raymond Ave, Pasadena, CA 91103 (M-Sa: 10-6, Su: Closed)
Lamanda Park Branch: 140 South Altadena Dr., Pasadena, CA 91107 (M-Sa: 10-6, Su: Closed)
Linda Vista Branch: 1281 Bryant St., Pasadena, CA 91103 (M-Sa: 10-6, Su: Closed)
San Rafael Branch: 1240 Nithsdale Rd., Pasadena, CA 91105 (M-Sa: 10-6, Su: Closed)
Santa Catalina Branch: 999 E Washington Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91104 (M-Sa: 10-6, Su: Closed)
Villa Parke Community Center Branch: 363 E Villa St, Pasadena, CA 91101 (M-F: 10-6, Sa-Su: Closed)
Additionally, assistance is available at the following community partner sites:
Flintridge Center: 236 West Mountain St, Suite 106, Pasadena, CA 91103 (Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 2pm-5pm; Wednesday from 2pm-7pm; and Saturday from 10am-3pm)
Pasadena Senior Center: 85 E. Holly St, Pasadena, CA 91103 (By appointment only Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 9am to 3pm Call 626-795-4331 for appointment. Assistance available in English & Spanish.)
Armenian Relief Society: 2242 E. Foothill Blvd, Pasadena CA 91107 (Monday-Friday 8am-noon; 1pm-5pm. Assistance available in English & Armenian.)
If you have any questions on how to submit your online application for the Section 8 program, contact the Pasadena Citizen Service Center at (626) 744-7311.
The CoPHD complies fully with all federal, state, and local non-discrimination laws and regulations governing Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity in housing and employment. The CoPHD shall not deny any family or individual the opportunity to apply for and receive assistance under the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, age, family or marital status, disability, or sexual orientation.
The CoPHD complies fully with all federal, state, and local non-discrimination laws and regulations governing Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity in housing and employment. The CoPHD shall not deny any family or individual the opportunity to apply for and receive assistance under the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, age, family or marital status, disability, or sexual orientation.
Planned Opening of Section 8 Waiting List
The City of Pasadena Section 8 program plans to open the waiting list for applications beginning June 1, 2023-June 15, 2023. Please check back on this site for more information as it becomes available.
If you have any questions, you may call the City of Pasadena Citizen Service Center at 626 744-7311.
El programa de la Sección 8 de la Ciudad de Pasadena planea abrir la lista de espera para la solicitud a partir del 1 de junio de 2023 hasta el 15 de junio de 2023. Por favor, vuelva a visitar este sitio para obtener más información a medida que esté disponible.
Si tiene alguna pregunta, puede llamar al Centro de Servicio al Ciudadano de la Ciudad de Pasadena al 626 744-7311.
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