Applications

The Housing Authority Waiting List Will Open for Multiple Programs on October 13th at 9:00 am
WAITLIST APPLICATIONS ARE BEING ACCEPTED FOR THE FOLLOWING PROGRAMS AND/OR PROPERTIES:
VOUCHER PROGRAMS:
  • Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Section 8 Program
  • Project Based Voucher (PBV) Programs:
    1. Amaryllis Park Place [62+]
    2. Lofts on Lemon
    3. Cypress Square
AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROPERTIES (Sarasota Housing Funding Corp-SHFC):
  • King Stone Property (2-Bedroom Units)
  • Diamond Oaks Property (2-Bedroom Units)

Opening Date & Time: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 – 09:00 a.m.
Closing Date & Time: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 – 09:00 a.m.

Applications should be completed online by going to our website at https://www.sarasotahousing.org/default.aspx. Applications will not be accepted before the opening time or after the closing time. Applicants may use any computer, tablet, or smartphone with internet access.

When applying online, you will need to select the above property or program to complete the application. DUPLICATE APPLICATIONS WILL BE REJECTED, SO PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT MORE THAN ONE APPLICATION PER PROPERTY/ PROGRAM.

Applicants for the PBV waiting lists and both SHFC properties must apply for the correct bedroom size based on SHA occupancy standards. Applications submitted for the wrong bedroom size will be rejected.

All applications received during the open period will be entered into a random lottery. Placement on the waiting list is determined by lottery, not by time of submission. Only selected applicants will be placed on the waiting list.

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance and are unable to complete the electronic application may request a reasonable accommodation in writing. Requests must be received by our offices no later than Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 09:00 am and an application will be mailed to them. Please send all written requests to:

SARASOTA HOUSING AUTHORITY
(Insert Property/Program Name) Application
269 S OSPREY AVENUE #100
SARASOTA, FL 34236

COMPLETED PAPER APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY October 28, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED.

Once applications are processed, if you are selected and added to a waitlist you can verify your status and update your contact information in the applicant portal section of the SHA website at www.sarasotahousing.org or in writing to the address above. Please do NOT call to inquire about your application status because no information will be given over the telephone.

*For future notices and openings please visit our website at www.sarasotahousing.org

Applicant Portal

You must already be on a waiting list to register for the applicant portal we are not accepting applications at this time.

You may view the status of your application, update contact information, securely exchange documents and more via the Applicant Portal or check your current status via the Waiting List Status Lookup.

2026 Income Limits

2026 Income Limits
Number of Family Members 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
30% of AMI $24,000 $27,400 $30,850 $34,250 $38,680 $44,360 $50,040 $55,720
50% of AMI $39,950 $45,650 $51,350 $57,050 $61,650 $66,200 $70,750 $75,350
80% of AMI $63,950 $73,050 $82,200 $91,300 $98,650 $105,950 $113,250 $120,550

Waiting List

Amaryllis Park Place
Open
Annex
Closed
Bertha Mitchell
Closed
McCown Towers
Closed
NSP Homes
Closed
Cypress Square
Open
Diamond Oaks
Open
Flint River
Closed
Housing Choice Voucher/Section 8
Open
Janie’s Garden
Closed
King Stone
Open
Lofts on Lemon
Open
Single-Family Homes
Closed