About Us

The mission of the Housing Authority of the County of Santa Cruz is to promote access to quality affordable housing, utilize housing as a platform for improving quality of life, and support inclusive, healthy and sustainable communities free from discrimination.
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Board of Commissioners

The Housing Authority is governed by a seven member Board of Commissioners. Two of the commissioners must be tenants of the Housing Authority, one over 62 years of age.
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Agency Plans

The Housing Authority’s Agency Plan is a five-year plan that outlines policies and programs the Housing Authority currently has in effect to address housing needs.
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Employment Opportunities

Located in the beautiful, sunny Santa Cruz area, the Housing Authority of the County of Santa Cruz offers the ideal working environment.
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Vendors & Contracts

The Housing Authority of the County of Santa Cruz (“HACSC”) is currently accepting applications from property owners for project-based vouchers (“PBV”) under the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program (HCV).
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Partnerships

The Housing Authority works closely with a number of agencies and groups to collaborate on housing solutions for our community.
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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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Program Forms

Find all forms available from the Housing Authority.
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Questions & Answers

On these pages you’ll find answers to the most frequently-asked questions about Housing Authority programs. You can read the questions online or download a printer-friendly version.
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Legal Assistance and Tenant-Landlord Rights

While the Housing Authority of the County of Santa Cruz is responsible for ensuring that tenants and landlords comply with HUD program regulations, the Housing Authority does not have the power to enforce state or local laws, nor are we qualified to provide any legal advice.  Instead, there are a variety of resources available in the community that can offer legal information, legal representation, mediation, and advocacy.

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