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Housing Programs Overview and Applications

HACSB currently assists over 3,000 households, largely comprised of working families, seniors on fixed incomes, and persons with disabilities. 

Our housing programs are recognized locally and nationally as innovative solutions to the most critical affordable housing challenges. We address the housing needs in our community with expertise and compassion, with attention to the environment and sustainability, and provide support for our residents to reach for their potential.    

We  offer the following housing programs and have additional exciting new properties in-planning or under construction.

 

HUD Assisted Public Housing
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The Housing Authority owns and manages 496 units throughout the City of Santa Barbara. These apartment units are offered at affordable rents to eligible families, seniors, and persons with disabilities. Income and rent are reviewed annually.

Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program
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A rent subsidy program that assists eligible low-income persons and their families in obtaining affordable, decent, and safe housing by paying a portion of their rent. Eligible applicants locate a unit in the private rental market. Rent must be within the current allowed Payment Standards. INFORMATION FOR LANDLORDS

Workforce Housing
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The Housing Authority’s innovative Workforce Housing Program is designed to assist members of our workforce and of our community who earn up to 80% of the area median income for Santa Barbara. The program serves those who are increasingly caught in the gap between skyrocketing rents and ineligibility for other assistance.

For Seniors (62 years of age or older)
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The Housing Authority has many housing opportunities for seniors.  In addition to the specifically designed senior only housing, seniors may also apply for any of our other housing programs including Public Housing and the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program.

Garden Court

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SHIFCO
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El Carrillo: Permanent Housing for the Homeless

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An innovative and award-winning model of permanent housing for the homeless with supportive services. Bringing housing and services together in one central location at El Carrillo helps to ensure successful living for the residents and guides them toward success in life.

 

Artisan Court

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**If you are a downtown worker and you wish to apply for Artisan Court, please complete and submit the "Workforce Housing" application.

 

Low Income Tax Credit Program

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Apartments are offered at affordable rents to seniors (must be 62 years of age or older) and other applicants meeting specific eligibility criteria. Income limits and rents must be at or below 60% of area median income. The Low Income Tax Credit Program encourages for-profit and non-profit organizations to build affordable housing. Applicants benefit from increased access to affordable, below-market rents.

 

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