Waiting List Facts And Forms

Download these forms to apply for Housing Authority assistance. Be sure to fill out the form completely and mail it to the Housing Authority.
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Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) Program

The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, also known as “Section 8”, provides rental assistance to low income individuals or families.
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USDA Farmworker Housing

The Housing Authority of the County of Santa Cruz owns and manages 70 two and three bedroom units of U.S. Department of Agriculture-Rural Housing Service (USDA-RHS) in Santa Cruz County at two different sites in and near Watsonville.
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Merrill Road Apartments

The Merrill Road Affordable Housing Program offers high quality, affordable rental housing for families who qualify.
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Links And Resources

Following are some links to housing-related resources. Please note that the Housing Authority does not endorse or recommend any particular service, business, or agency.
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Rental units with low-income and other eligibility requirements in Santa Cruz County

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Project Based Voucher Program

The Project Based Voucher (PBV) program is a rental assistance program where the assistance is attached to the unit, rather than to the family occupying the unit.
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