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About Lonoke County Housing Authority
The Lonoke County Housing Authority (PHA Code: AR041) is located in Carlisle, Lonoke County, Arkansas. It administers approximately 1,172 assisted housing units, which include both Public Housing units and Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV).
Currently, the waitlist for the Public Housing program is open for new applications. This program provides 122 direct public housing units. The waitlist for the Housing Choice Voucher program, which accounts for 1,050 vouchers, is presently closed to new applicants.
Eligibility for these programs is based on income. For example, a very low-income family of four in the Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR HUD Metro FMR Area must have an annual income no higher than $46,350. Please note that program waitlist statuses can change; the Housing Choice Voucher program's status has recently fluctuated, so it is advisable to check for updates.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jul 1, 2017
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Accepting pre-applications for families and senior/disabled households, with a working preference.
View original notice — lonokepha.orgOther Programs
1 programThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
Eligibility is for very low-income families, the elderly, and disabled individuals, including US citizens and specified categories of non-citizens. The Lonoke County Housing Authority has a working preference.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Lonoke County Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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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 Lonoke County Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Lonoke County Housing Authority currently has 1 open waiting list (Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Lonoke County Housing Authority, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $46,350/year to qualify in this area. 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 Lonoke County Housing Authority 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 at Lonoke County Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Lonoke County Housing Authority manages approximately 1,172 assisted housing units (1,050 Section 8, 122 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Carlisle. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Lonoke County Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Lonoke County Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Lonoke County Housing Authority manages approximately 122 Public Housing units in Carlisle. 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) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Lonoke County Housing Authority 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 Carlisle. This program serves approximately 1,050 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Lonoke County Housing Authority?
Lonoke County Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Lonoke County Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $46,350. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $19,500 | $32,450 | $51,950 |
| 2 Persons | $22,250 | $37,100 | $59,350 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $41,750 | $66,750 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $46,350 | $74,150 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $50,100 | $80,100 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $53,800 | $86,050 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $57,500 | $91,950 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $61,200 | $97,900 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Lonoke County Housing Authority — including across state lines.