Housing Authority of the City of South Charleston
South Charleston, West Virginia
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Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
The Housing Authority of the City of South Charleston (HACSC) is currently accepting Public Housing waiting list applications for families and senior/disabled individuals. The HACSC offers one Public Housing community with 121 units. To apply, download the application, print and complete it. Completed applications must be hand-delivered to 520 Goshorn Street, South Charleston, WV 25309, from 1:00 pm until 3:00 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Required documents include: birth certificates, Social Security cards, photo IDs for all adult household members, checking and/or savings account information, real estate (if applicable), proof of all income, child support statements (if applicable), SSI benefit letter (if applicable), student documentation (if applicable), displaced by government action documentation (if applicable), disabled documentation (if applicable). The HACSC has a preference point system that may improve your spot on the waiting list: live and/or work in South Charleston, displaced by natural disaster, displaced by government action, victim of domestic violence, displaced by a hate crime, displaced to avoid reprisal, displaced due to owner, living in substandard housing, homeless, or rent burden.
HCV Waitlist
Status
unknown
Additional Notes
No current information found
Official Application
Clicking the button below will take you directly to the Housing Authority of the City of South Charleston official portal. We do not charge fees for this information.
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Contact Information
Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at Housing Authority of the City of South Charleston
Check Current Status
Before applying, verify that the waiting list is currently open. Housing authorities only accept applications during designated open periods, which can last anywhere from a few days to several weeks. The status at the top of this page is updated nightly.
Gather Required Documents
Most PHAs require: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all household members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City of South Charleston portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf. If applying online, take a screenshot of your confirmation page for your records.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list, keep your contact information updated with the PHA. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Wait times vary from 6 months to over 5 years depending on demand. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs Offered at Housing Authority of the City of South Charleston
Public Housing Public Housing
Public Housing units are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Units range from apartments to townhomes and are maintained by the PHA. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8)
The Housing Choice Voucher program provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for your area. Vouchers are portable, meaning you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.