City of Las Vegas, New Mexico USA

HUD Electronic Library links

Asset Management	The purpose of this site is to provide a one-stop reference source for all Project-Based Management information.
General hudclips	Free access to HUD's official repository of policies, procedures, announcements and other materials. From this location, one can access all HUD handbooks, all HUD notices, and all HUD forms and more.
Capital Fund	The Public and Indian Housing Office of Capital Improvements administers the Capital Fund. The Capital Fund provides funds annually to the Las Vegas Housing Authority for the modernization of our properties and to improve our management program.
Public Housing Reform	From this site, all of the changes resulting from the passage of the Quality Housing Work Responsibility Act of 1998. This includes the rules and regulations generated by this most significant legislative action.
Public Housing Assessment System/ Real Estate Assessment Center	The Real Assessment Center-REAC's mission is to provide and promote the effective use of accurate, timely and reliable information assessing the condition of HUD's portfolio. Click on business area products to review the 4 sub-indicators used to evaluate the Las Vegas Housing Authority.
Public Housing Occupancy	This site provides access to the Occupancy Guidebook which is the first such publication in over twenty years. Information is also provided on such topics as Community Service requirements and Passbook Saving rates. Be sure to check out the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)!
Public Housing Finance	This site includes information related to the reporting of program funds under the Operating Fund Program. The site also provides access to all of the Financial Management Handbooks and related information.
Agency Plans	The Public Housing Agency plan is a comprehensive guide to public housing agency policies, programs, operations, and strategies for meeting local housing needs and goals. The Las Vegas Housing Authority submits a plan annually after a 45 public comment period and a public hearing.

What is Public Housing?

Public Housing was established to provide decent and safe rental housing for eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Public housing is delivered in 1,2,3,4 and 5 bedroom homes. The U.S. Department of Urban Development (HUD) administers Federal Aid to local housing agencies (HUD) will deny admission to any applicant whose habits and practices may be expected to have detrimental on other tenants or on the neighborhoods within public housing.

Las Vegas Public Housing Authority (LVPHA) uses income limits developed by HUD. HUD sets the lower income limits at 80% and very low income limits at 50% of median income for San Miguel County.

The City of Las Vegas Public Housing Authority (LVPHA) can provide information on income limits within San Miguel County for the family size.

How do I apply?

If you are interested in applying for public housing, contact Ms. Rita Sanchez, Intake Housing Manager at (505) 425-9463.

How does the application process work?

The application process must be written. A numbered application can be picked up at 2400 Sagebrush Dr., Las Vegas, NM at the LVPHA. The LVPHA will require the following information:

1. Names of all persons who would live in the unit, their sex, date of birth, and relationship to the applicant;

2. Your Present address and telephone number;

3. Family characteristics, or circumstances, that might qualify the family or tenant selection preferences. (Working, homeless, are the two preferences used by the LVPHA).

4. Names and addresses of your current and previous landlords for information about your family’s suitability as a tenant;

5. An estimate or your family’s anticipated income for the next twelve months and proof of current income;

6. Birth Certificates, Social Security Cards, for each Family Member is required.

After obtaining this information, the LVPHA representative should describe the LVPHA program and its requirements, and answer any questions you might have.

Handicap Accessibility?

The LVPHA has 20 handicapped accessible units.

How is rent Determined?

Your rent which is referred to as the Total Tenant Payment (TIP) in this program, would be based on your family’s anticipated gross annual income less deductions, if any. HUD regulations allow LVPHA to exclude from annual income the following allowances: $480.00 for each dependent, $400.00 for any elderly family ,or a person with a disability; and some medical deductions for families headed by an elderly person or a person with disabilities. Based on your application, the LVPHA representative will determine if any of the allowable deductions should be subtracted from you annual income. Annual income is the anticipated total income from all sources received from the family head and spouse, and each additional member or the Family 18 years of age or older, The formula used in determining the TTP is the highest of the following, rounded to the nearest dollar:

1. 30% of the monthly adjusted income. (Monthly Adjusted Income is annual income less deductions allowed by regulation);

2. 10% pf monthly income;

3. A $50 minimum rent or higher set by LVPHA.

What is the role of the local PHA?

The PHA is responsible for the management and operation of its local public housing program. In additional the LVPHA may collaborate with other housing providers in the delivery of other housing programs.

How long can I stay in Public Housing?

In general, you may stay in public housing as long as you comply with the lease.

If, at reexamination your family’s income is sufficient to obtain housing on the private market, the LVPHA may determine whether your family should stay in public housing. You will not be required to move unless there is affordable housing available for you on the private market.

Chris Barela, Director

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