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Housing Authority of the City of Cotton Plant
Cotton Plant, Arkansas
Last Updated
12 hours ago
About Housing Authority of the City of Cotton Plant
The Housing Authority of the City of Cotton Plant, located in Cotton Plant, Woodruff County, Arkansas (PHA Code: AR172), administers several housing assistance programs. These include Public Housing, Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), and RAD programs. Please be advised that all waiting lists for these programs are currently closed and are not accepting new applications. Recent updates show that both the Public Housing and HCV waiting lists have transitioned from an open to a closed status.
For families in the Woodruff County, AR area, the Very Low Income limit for a household of four is $34,250 per year. Individuals interested in future housing opportunities with the Housing Authority of the City of Cotton Plant should monitor for any announcements regarding the reopening of waiting lists, as no applications are being processed at this time for any program.
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Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
Pre-applications are accepted in-person Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 4:15 pm CT. Applicants are placed on the waiting list by the date and time the pre-application is received, with no stated preferences. Call (870) 459-2531 for more information.
Other Programs
5 programsThese 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.
No current Section 8 (Housing Choice Voucher) waiting lists are open for Cotton Plant as of July 17th, 2026.
The RAD (Rental Assistance Demonstration) program waiting list is currently closed.
Rural Development program provides payments to owners of USDA-financed Rural Rental Housing or Farm Labor Housing projects on behalf of low-income tenants unable to pay their full rent. There are 22 Rural Development units that offer section 8 assistance to qualified families. 10 of these units a...
The Rural Development program provides Section 8 assistance for 22 units, with 10 units for elderly/disabled (1-bedroom) and 12 for families (2-4 bedrooms); no specific waiting list information was found.
No waitlist information currently available for this program.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Housing Authority of the City of Cotton Plant directly to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING
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 Cotton Plant
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the City of Cotton Plant 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 Housing Authority of the City of Cotton Plant, 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 $34,250/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
Contact Housing Authority of the City of Cotton Plant directly at to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Housing Authority of the City of Cotton Plant, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Wait times vary from 6 months to over 5 years depending on local demand and funding. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Cotton Plant
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the City of Cotton Plant are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. 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 Housing Authority of the City of Cotton Plant 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 Cotton Plant. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Housing Authority of the City of Cotton Plant converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Cotton Plant maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Other closed
The Other program at Housing Authority of the City of Cotton Plant provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Cotton Plant. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Cotton Plant are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Cotton Plant. Unlike the standard Housing Choice Voucher, PBV assistance stays with the property — not with you. However, after one year of occupancy, you may request a standard portable voucher. PBV waitlists often move faster because fewer applicants know about them.
Rural Development closed
The Rural Development program at Housing Authority of the City of Cotton Plant provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Cotton Plant. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Housing Authority of the City of Cotton Plant Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Cotton Plant are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Woodruff County, AR. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $34,250. 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 | $15,650 | $24,000 | $38,400 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $27,400 | $43,850 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $30,850 | $49,350 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $34,250 | $54,800 |
| 5 Persons | $37,000 | $37,000 | $59,200 |
| 6 Persons | $39,750 | $39,750 | $63,600 |
| 7 Persons | $42,500 | $42,500 | $68,000 |
| 8 Persons | $45,250 | $45,250 | $72,350 |
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 Housing Authority of the City of Cotton Plant — including across state lines.