Dade City, USA - In a move to support low-income residents, Miami-Dade County has opened its waitlist for the much-anticipated Project-Based Voucher (PBV) program. Applications will be accepted from June 9, 2025, at 8 a.m. until June 20, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. With a sharp rise in housing costs, this initiative comes as a breath of fresh air for many in the community looking for affordable housing options.

Residents eager to apply can do so online at the official application site, available in English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole. However, there’s a catch—only one application is permitted per household. Those who applied for the 2024 Tenant-Based waiting list during Phase One will receive priority placement. Meanwhile, all eligible applicants during this second phase will enter a randomization process, so it’s crucial to get those applications in on time!

Eligibility and Application Details

To qualify for this program, applicants need to meet specific criteria, including income limits set by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). For 2025, the income limits for households looking to participate in this beneficial program are as follows:

Eligibility is not just a matter of income, though. Applicants must satisfy multiple criteria, including being displaced by government action, referrals from the Miami-Dade Homeless Trust, or meeting the needs of families with a right to return. Vulnerable populations such as veterans and those with special needs are also prioritized. For a deeper look into the eligibility requirements, you can find more specifics at Miami-Dade’s official housing page.

Support for Applicants

Given that not everyone may have access to the internet, the county is providing assistance at various public libraries and Community Action and Human Services (CAHSD) locations. This is vital for ensuring that all interested applicants can apply and not miss out on this opportunity.

It’s important to note that potential applicants must be at least 18 years old and provide comprehensive information about all household members, covering aspects like accessibility needs and current contact information. This detailed process ensures that everyone gets a fair shake at securing housing.

As the PBV program aims to provide stable living conditions for low-income families, it stands alongside the Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8), which also has its own set of eligibility criteria. The Hialeah Housing Authority outlines key requirements such as income restrictions based on both federal poverty levels and area median income, with similar thresholds as those reported for the PBV program.

In a housing market where affordable options are dwindling, these initiatives do a good deal to tackle the growing crisis. So, if you think you might be eligible, don’t wait—mark those dates and prepare your application. After all, there’s something to be said for a roof over your head!