Application Packet

Local – proof of current address like WA Driver’s License/State ID card, paystub showing you work in Skagit, San Juan or Island County, voter’s registration card, or a current signed lease, utility bill in your name, or vehicle registration.

1. Completed applications are placed on the appropriate waiting list(s).
2. When a unit is available and you are at the top of the appropriate waiting list, an interview with staff will be scheduled and a credit, criminal and 2-year residence history check will be processed. If you meet AHA criteria and qualify, you will be contacted for housing. If you do not meet AHA criteria or qualify for the program, you will be contacted in writing with an explanation.

PROGRAMS WE OFFER (see individual properties for details):
Public Housing
The Harbor House offers 49 one-bedroom units, preference given to the elderly/disabled.
Family housing is located at various sites in Anacortes and offers 62 units (two, three, and four bedroom), including 5 ADA units (two and three bedroom). If you live or work in Skagit, Island or San Juan counties, you may qualify for preference points which are given to applicants living in the local area.

Bayview Apartments
46 total units (one, two, and three bedroom). HUD subsidizes 24 of the units where rent is based on income and there are no income qualification requirements. The remaining are 22 Tax Credit units which are below Skagit County fair market rent, but you must income qualify.

Wilson Hotel
25 studio and one-bedroom Tax Credit units at affordable rent (below Skagit county fair market rent), including 2 ADA units. Must income qualify.

Pear Tree Townhomes
The Pear Tree Townhomes are two-bedroom, 1 bath units. Offered at below market rent. Must income qualify.

Birch Tree Village
The Birch Tree Village are two-bedroom, 1 ½ bath units, with garage. Offered at below market rent.