Contact County of Sonoma
- Phone(707) 565-7500
- Fax(707) 565-7583
- Email[email protected]
- Address141 Stony Cir Ste 210
Santa Rosa, CA 95401 - CountySonoma County
- ProgramsSection 8 Housing Choice Vouchers only
- HUD codeCA085
Section 8 and public housing at County of Sonoma
County of Sonoma administers Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers: you rent from a private landlord and the agency pays part of the rent directly to the owner. It does not own public housing units.
Income limits for County of Sonoma
HUD sets the income limits for Sonoma County, CA based on the Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA MSA figures. Section 8 eligibility depends on your total household income and household size.
| Household size | Extremely low (30%) | Very low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $34,650 | $57,700 | $92,300 |
| 2 people | $39,600 | $65,950 | $105,500 |
| 3 people | $44,550 | $74,200 | $118,700 |
| 4 people | $49,450 | $82,400 | $131,850 |
| 5 people | $53,450 | $89,000 | $142,400 |
| 6 people | $57,400 | $95,600 | $152,950 |
Fair Market Rent near Santa Rosa
Fair Market Rents are HUD's estimate of what a modest rental costs in the Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA MSA. Housing authorities set their Section 8 payment standard, the most the voucher can cover, usually between 90% and 110% of these figures.
How to apply at County of Sonoma
- Check that you qualify. Compare your household income with the limits above. You also need U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status for at least one household member.
- Find out if the waiting list is open. Call (707) 565-7500 or email [email protected]. Many agencies open their lists only a few days a year and announce it in advance.
- Submit the pre-application. Most agencies take it online or on paper during the open period. Fill it in for Section 8.
- Keep your contact details up to date. When your name comes up, the agency writes to you. If it cannot reach you, you lose your place.
- Bring your documents to the interview. IDs, Social Security numbers, birth certificates and proof of income for everyone in the household. Full checklist.
We cannot tell you whether this agency's waiting list is open today: HUD does not publish that data, and lists change often. Only County of Sonoma can confirm it.
Housing authorities near Santa Rosa
Applying to more than one agency increases your chances: you can be on several waiting lists at once.
Frequently asked questions
What is the phone number of County of Sonoma?
(707) 565-7500. Fax: (707) 565-7583. Email: [email protected]. These are the contacts the agency reports to HUD.
Where is County of Sonoma located?
141 Stony Cir Ste 210, Santa Rosa, CA 95401, in Sonoma County.
Does County of Sonoma offer Section 8?
Yes. HUD reports 3,282 Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) at this agency, 2,961 of them in use.
What are the income limits for County of Sonoma?
In Sonoma County, CA, the FY2026 Section 8 (very low income) limit is $57,700 for one person and $82,400 for a family of four. Public housing accepts up to $131,850 for a family of four.
Is the County of Sonoma waiting list open?
Waiting lists open and close on dates each agency sets, often for a few days only. Call (707) 565-7500 or check the agency's notices to confirm whether it is taking applications now.
Section 8 guides
Sources: HUD Public Housing Authorities dataset (agency record updated October 6, 2026) · HUD USER income limits FY2026 · HUD USER Fair Market Rents FY2027. This page is not affiliated with County of Sonoma or HUD.