What is Public Housing? (Click here to watch video) Public Housing is subsidized assistance for residents of SAHA-owned properties. SAHA manages and maintains dwelling units. These rental units are located at 61 developments throughout San Antonio, and are available to eligible low-income families, seniors and people with disabilities. For more information, contact: Ms. Ethel Turner at 477-6196 or by e-mail at: Ethel_Turner@saha.org How affordable is Public Housing? Rent Payment: The formula used in determining rental payment is the highest of the following: 30% of monthly adjusted income (after allowed deductions) 10% of monthly income Flat Rent (varies by property as determined by market survey) 2008 Income Limits San Antonio, TX HUD Metro FMR Area No. of Persons 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Very Low- 50% Income Limits $19,150 $21,900 $24,600 $27,350 $29,550 $31,750 $33,900 $36,100 Extremely Low 30% Income Limits $11,500 $13,100 $14,750 $16,400 $17,700 $19,000 $20,350 $21,650 Low 80% Income Limits $30,650 $35,000 $39,400 $43,750 $47,250 $50,750 $54,250 $57,750 How Long a Wait for Public Housing? As of June 30, 2007 the waiting list contains 11,601 applicants, the waiting list contains 15,300 applicants. The list is subject to availability. Applicants are placed on one or a combination of waiting lists (family, elderly/disabled) according to unit size, and date and time of application. 2007 ACOP Submission To view Admissions and Continued Occupancy policy for the Public Housing Program click here 2007-2011Agency Plan