Equal Opportunity Housing
Housing Authority Island County
Programs
View our programs offering assistance with affordable housing, rental programs, and housing support for local residents.
APPLICATIONS
In need of housing assistance? Filling out an application is the first step. View them on our applications page.
FEDERAL FUNDING IMPACT
Housing Authority of Island County (HAIC) is not a federal agency, but we receive federal funding through the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
What You Need to Know for 2025
- There have been no federal budget cuts to the Subsidized Housing (public housing) or Housing Choice Voucher (HCV or Section 8) programs.
- HAIC residents and voucher tenants are not at risk of losing their housing or financial help because of any Executive Order or budget cuts in 2025.
- Self-sufficiency programs like FSS and ROSS have not been cut and are continuing through at least September 2025.
- HAIC has not been directly affected by the President’s Executive Orders or other federal policy changes at this time.
- HUD has been ordered to downsize, but HAIC staff are not HUD employees, so HUD’s reduction in staff does not directly affect HAIC staff.
- Under the current 2025 federal budget, HAIC’s federally funded housing programs will continue through at least September 30, 2025.
Emergency Housing Vouchers (EHVs)
- EHV’s were given to people who were experiencing homelessness during the COVID 19 pandemic. EHV’s were paid for by temporary American Rescue Plan funds.
- HAIC expects to continue supporting EHV tenants and landlords through 2025 and into part of 2026.
- Congress may provide additional funding to extend this program during the budget process for 2026. HAIC is monitoring the situation, working with federal partners, and will keep you updated.
- If HAIC does not receive additional funds for EHVs, we will give landlords and tenants using these vouchers at least 60 days’ notice.
HAIC’s primary goal is to ensure stability for our residents and voucher tenants. We will continue to monitor federal funding and policy, and we will post updates as they develop. See FAQs for 2026 changes and more common questions.
Mission Statement
to provide affordable housing opportunities IN ISLAND COUNTY
Our mission is to provide affordable housing opportunities to lower income people, including family, elderly, and special needs clients, in an environment which preserves the dignity of the client and in a manner which maintains the public trust.
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Community Updates
Housing Voucher Waitlist Closed
At this time, the waitlist for housing vouchers is currently closed. Please check back for updates or visit our Resources page for other housing assistance options.
New Camas Flats affordable housing in Oak Harbor
The excellent team at Opportunity Council is bringing affordable housing to Oak Harbor with their new Camas Flats project, offering a mix of units for low and moderate-income families, veterans, and those in need.