The Housing Authority's current program applications are listed below and can be printed by clicking the link. Applications can be submitted by mail, fax, scan & email, or dropped in the bin at the Housing Office. We are limiting public access due to the pandemic and are requesting that all documents be submitted by mail.  All supporting documents must be attached to the application or it will not be processed. A separate application must be submitted for each program.

Emergency Rental / Utility Assistance Program

The purpose of the ERA Program is to provide emergency rental assistance for payment of rent and utilities for low-income Pyramid Lake Tribal members living on or off the Pyramid Lake Indian Reservation (PLIR), other native and non-native families living on the PLIR who have disproportionately suffered from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The ERA Program is designed to assist Tribal, other native and non-native households whose income is at or below 80% of the Median Income who face potential eviction or homelessness due to the inability to pay rent and utilities due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Copies of current utility bills, rental agreements, past due rent / eviction notices, Tribal ID, and proof of income must be attached to the application or it will not be processed. 

COVID-19 Utility Assistance Program

 This program is funded through the C.A.R.E.S. Act to provide assistance with utility payments for Tribal Members who are experiencing financial hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This program can only be used once per household up to $500. Copies of recent utility bills must be attached or the application will not be processed.​

Housing Programs

Copies of Tribal IDs, State ID / Driver's license, social security cards, and birth certificates for minors under the age of 18 must be attached 
All adults over the age of 18 must complete the Criminal Background Check Authorization form
Copies of proof of income must be attached
***Applications that do not have the above supporting documents attached are considered incomplete and will not be processed***
Homeownership Program- The Housing Authority obtains grant funding from HUD through the Native American Housing Assistance & Self Determination Act (NAHASDA) to build and/or purchase new homes on the reservation. This program provides opportunities for low income Tribal Members to achieve ownership of one of these homes. 
Low Income Rental Programs (Townhouse & Single Dwelling) - The PLHA owns and manages the Wadsworth and Nixon Apartments as well as 12 single dwelling rental homes throughout the reservation. This program provides opportunities for low income Tribal Members to rent one of these units.