Upcoming Waitlist and Lottery Openings – November and December 2026
Boulder Housing Partners has three openings coming up. Each one opens and closes online at the times listed below. Applications are accepted only while a list is open. Sign-up links will be posted on this page and on the property or program pages when each opening begins.
You will need a valid email address and a cell phone in hand to complete any of these sign-ups. Staff will be available at our main office, 4800 N. Broadway, Boulder, CO 80304, during office hours on the opening dates to help with the online forms, and computers will be available on site.
Golden West Project-Based Lottery
Opens: 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 17-2026
Closes: 4:00 p.m. Thursday, November 19-2026
Golden West is BHP’s community for adults 62 and older. Applicants who meet the eligibility requirements will be given preference for the Golden West Project-Based Voucher in the following order:
First preference
- Applicants who are 62 years of age or older, and
- Currently housed at Golden West.
Second preference – applicants who are 62 years of age or older, do not currently live at Golden West, and who:
- Live in Boulder County; or
- Have an adult household member who works at least 20 hours per week in Boulder County; or
- Are experiencing homelessness in Boulder County and receiving services from an agency located within Boulder County.
Learn more about Golden West. Lottery hotline: (720) 564-4627.
Glen Willow and Canyon Pointe Waitlists
Opens: 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, December 08-2026
Closes: 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 09-2026
The waitlists for two BHP communities will open online:
- Glen Willow – studio, 1-, 2-, 3- and 4-bedroom homes for families and individuals.
- Canyon Pointe – 1-bedroom homes for adults 62 and older.
Applicants will be placed on the lists in the order their applications are received online, by date and time. The sign-up form can be completed from any device with internet access.
Learn more about Glen Willow and Canyon Pointe.
Deeply Affordable Project-Based Voucher Waitlists
Opens: 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, December 08-2026
Closes: 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 09-2026
The Project-Based Voucher waitlists for BHP’s four Deeply Affordable programs will open online at the same time. Preference will be given to applicants who:
- Live in Boulder County;
- Work at least 20 hours per week in Boulder County; or
- Are experiencing homelessness in Boulder County and/or receiving services from an agency located within Boulder County.
Each program also has its own eligibility focus:
| Program | Who it serves |
|---|---|
| Bringing School Home | Families with at least one child under the age of 6 |
| Coming Home | Individuals or families experiencing homelessness |
| Being Home | Older adults |
| Opportunity Home | Individuals with disabilities |
Learn more on the Deeply Affordable Programs page.
Questions or accommodations
Income, occupancy and eligibility guidelines apply to all openings, and BHP staff make final eligibility determinations under HUD regulations and BHP policy. Housing is available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, familial status, or national origin.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to take part in a sign-up or lottery, contact our 504/ADA Coordinator at (720) 564-4610. For general questions call (720) 564-4610 or email bhpinfo@boulderhousing.org. Deaf or hard of hearing: Relay Colorado 711 (TTY 1-800-659-2656).
Upcoming NSPIRE Inspection Standards
Beginning January 1, 2027, Boulder Housing Partners will begin using the National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate (NSPIRE) for Housing Choice Voucher inspections. Whether you’re a voucher holder or a landlord, our NSPIRE Resource Center provides information about the upcoming changes, educational sessions, inspection expectations, downloadable resources, and answers to frequently asked questions.
What is a Housing Choice Voucher?
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) provides federal housing dollars to Boulder Housing Partners to pay a portion of rent for Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) participants. Participants pay approximately 30-40% of their monthly income towards rent, and Boulder Housing Partners pays the remaining balance directly to the rental owner. The word “voucher” refers to this ongoing payment agreement, and “Housing Choice” refers to the community member’s ability to find the home where they’d like to live within the community.
Where can vouchers be used?
Housing Choice Vouchers may be used in privately owned rentals throughout Boulder County such as apartment complexes, townhomes, or single-family homes. Rental owners are essential partners in the HCV program, providing the opportunity for older adults, people with disabilities, and families to find a home in our community. If you would like to partner as a rental owner, please visit our landlord hub to learn more.
Am I Eligible?
Income Information
To be eligible, applicants may earn up to 50% of the Area Median Income with no minimum income necessary:
| Household Size | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 |
| Income May Not Exceed | $52,750 | $60,250 | $67,800 | $75,300 | $81,350 | $87,350 | $93,400 | $99,400 |
Effective as of April 1, 2025.
Eligibility Criteria
According to program guidelines, Boulder Housing Partners prioritizes assistance to local applicants who are:
- Living in Boulder County
- Households with an adult who works at least 20 hours per week within Boulder County
- Households with an adult child or parent who resides in Boulder County (In this instance, either the applicant family must be, or the immediate family member living in Boulder County must be, a senior over the age of 62 or a person with a disability.)
- Homeless and currently receiving services in Boulder County
From this group, we then select those who are:
- Seniors (age 62+)
- Individuals with disabilities
- Households with children
There are a limited number of Housing Choice Vouchers available. If an applicant does not fall into one of the above groups, the chances of receiving a voucher are limited.
Additional Qualifying Criteria:
- At least one member of the household must be 18 years of age or older
- All applicants are required to pass a criminal background check
When can I apply?
A lottery system is used for applicants to become Housing Choice Voucher participants. The lottery opens when we have vouchers available. Exact dates of the openings will be posted on our website and lottery hotline (720-564-4627) at least one month in advance. Our goal is to provide assistance to randomly selected lottery applicants within 6 – 12 months after the lottery is open.
Housing Choice Voucher Videos
Housing Choice Voucher – Applicants
See the Housing Choice Vouchers – Applicants video to learn what Housing Choice Vouchers are, how they work, how to apply, and how eligibility is determined.
Virtual Briefing for New Housing Choice Voucher Participants
See the Housing Choice Vouchers – Briefing video to learn the important next steps as a new voucher holder with Boulder Housing Partners.
How do I reach the Housing Choice Voucher team?
We’re here to answer your questions!
Call: (720) 564-4630
Email: hcv@boulderhousing.org
Schedule an appointment: In-person meetings are offered by appointment only at our main office: 4800 N. Broadway. Call or email us to schedule.
*No appointment is necessary on Wednesdays between 8:30am and 4:30pm.
