How to Apply

Learn how to apply for the HPHA's housing assistance programs, and check the status of our waiting lists.

Federal Public Housing on Oahu

The HPHA's federal public housing program on Oahu uses an online pre-application form. After submitting a pre-application, you will receive a confirmation number and receipt. If waiting list(s) are open, follow the links below for more information on how to submit a pre-application.

Waiting List(s) are CLOSED.

All waiting lists for this program are currently closed. Please check back later.

Federal Public Housing on the Neighbor Islands

The HPHA's federal public housing program on the neighbor islands (i.e., Hawaii County, Kauai County, and Maui County) accept paper applications.
To apply, please contact one of the following property management offices:

  • Hawaii Island - Asset Management Project 37
    Office Number: (808) 933-0474
    Fax: (808) 933-0479
    Mailing Address
    600 Wailoa Street
    Hilo, Hawaii 96720
  • Kauai - Asset Management Project 38
    Office Number: (808) 821-4415
    Fax: (808) 821-6964
    Mailing Address
    4726 Malu Road
    Kapaa, Hawaii 96746
  • Maui & Molokai - Asset Management Project 39
    Office Number: (808) 243-5001
    Fax: (808) 243-5147
    Mailing Address
    PO Box 885
    Wailuku, Hawaii 96793

HCV Program (Section 8)

The HPHA's Housing Choice Voucher Program uses an online pre-application form. After submitting a pre-application, you will receive a confirmation number and receipt. If the waiting list is open, following the link below for more information on how to submit a pre-application.

Waiting List(s) are CLOSED.

All waiting lists for this program are currently closed. Please check back later.

Frequently Asked Questions

Still have questions? Please contact our office, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

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What information or documentation do I need to provide when applying?

Generally, you should be prepared to provide the HPHA with the following information for yourself and each household member:

  • Full name;
  • Date of birth;
  • Social Security Number;
  • Current mailing address;
  • Email address;
  • Monthly gross income (i.e., before taxes); and
  • Sources of all income (e.g., wages, pensions, SSI, TANF, etc.).
What do I do if I need help or an accommodation in order to apply?

Applicants who need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a housing assistance program may contact the HPHA for assistance by phone at (808) 832-5961 or by email at hpha@hawaii.gov.

If you need a translator, the HPHA can schedule a call with an interpreter to assist you with your application.

Can I apply for more than one housing assistance program?

Yes, you can apply for any housing assistance program that is accepting applications.

Can more than one person in my household apply for the same waiting list?

No. Multiple applications received from the same household for a single waiting list will not be accepted. The HPHA performs multiple crosschecks to ensure applications with the same or similar household members are removed.

Mailing Address
PO Box 17907
Honolulu, Hawaii 96817
Contact
hpha@hawaii.gov
(808) 204-9042
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