If you’re just starting to explore renting with a housing choice voucher, the process can look different depending on where in Central Texas you live. HONR Capital works with renters holding Section 8 and other housing vouchers across San Antonio, Austin, New Braunfels, Pleasanton, and Taylor — and the biggest source of confusion we see is simply not knowing which housing authority to contact or how the payment standard actually works. This guide walks through both.
What a Housing Choice Voucher Covers
A housing choice voucher (Section 8) pays a portion of your monthly rent directly to your landlord, with you covering the rest based on your income. Each local housing authority sets a “payment standard” — roughly the maximum rent it will subsidize for a given unit size in a given area — and your share is calculated from that number and your household income, not from the landlord’s asking price. That’s why payment standards — and the process for using a voucher — can look different depending on which city or county you’re renting in.
Housing Authorities We Work With in Central Texas
Depending on where you’re renting, you’ll work with one of these local housing authorities to get your voucher, schedule inspections, and confirm payment standards:
- Opportunity Home San Antonio (San Antonio) — (210) 477-6000, homesa.org
- Housing Authority of Bexar County (unincorporated Bexar County) — (210) 225-0071, habctx.org
- Housing Authority of the City of Austin (Austin) — (512) 477-4488, hacanet.org
- New Braunfels Housing Authority (New Braunfels) — (830) 625-6909, nbhatx.us
- Pleasanton Housing Authority (Pleasanton) — (830) 366-4022
- Taylor Housing Authority (Taylor) — (512) 352-3231, taylorha.org
A quick note on waitlists: most of these agencies’ voucher waitlists open and close periodically, and some are currently closed to new applicants. If you don’t already have a voucher, check the housing authority’s website directly for current waitlist status before you start apartment hunting — it can save you weeks of guessing.
Staying Eligible Once You Have a Voucher
- Report income and household changes to your housing authority promptly — most require notice within 10-14 days.
- Complete your annual recertification on time so your voucher doesn’t lapse.
- Keep your unit in good condition and pass required Housing Quality Standard (HQS) inspections.
- Pay your portion of rent on time — falling behind can put your voucher at risk, not just your lease.
How HONR Capital Works With Voucher Holders
We welcome applications from renters using Section 8 and other housing vouchers across our Central Texas properties, and our team is familiar with the paperwork and timelines each local housing authority requires. For more on voucher acceptance, income documentation, and what to expect when you apply, visit our Section 8 & Housing Vouchers page, or browse our current listings and contact us with any questions about applying with a voucher.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does HONR Capital accept Section 8 and other housing vouchers? Yes. We welcome applications from renters using Section 8 and other housing choice vouchers at our Central Texas properties.
What documents do I need to apply with a voucher? Typically a photo ID, your voucher paperwork from your housing authority, and proof of income for everyone in the household.
Which housing authority do I contact for my area? It depends on the city — see the list above for the correct housing authority and phone number for San Antonio, Bexar County, Austin, New Braunfels, Pleasanton, and Taylor.
How is my portion of the rent determined? Your housing authority calculates your share based on your household’s income and the unit’s rent relative to the local payment standard — generally you’ll pay around 30% of your adjusted income toward rent and utilities, though it can vary.
Ready to start your search? Browse our current listings across San Antonio, Austin, New Braunfels, Pleasanton, and Taylor, or contact our team at (210) 792-2239 with any questions about renting with a voucher.
