Housing Authority of the City of Dumas
Dumas, Arkansas
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About Housing Authority of the City of Dumas
The Housing Authority of the City of Dumas (PHA Code: AR043) serves Dumas, Desha County, Arkansas. This authority manages approximately 93 assisted housing units, providing affordable housing solutions within the community.
Currently, the Public Housing program waitlist is open for new applicants. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program waitlist is closed; its status recently changed from unknown to closed. Information regarding Mainstream, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), and Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) programs is unknown at this time.
For a family of four in the Desha County, AR area, the Very Low Income limit is $33,550 per year. Applicants should review the specific eligibility criteria for the Public Housing program when applying.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
The Dumas Housing Authority is currently accepting Public Housing waiting list pre-applications for families and senior/disabled households. The DHA does not have a preference; applicants are placed on the waiting list by the date and time the pre-application is received. To apply, visit the DHA office at 224 W Bowles St., Dumas, AR 71639, Monday-Thursday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm to pick up and hand-deliver a pre-application.
View original notice — dumashousingauthority.comOther Programs
4 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.
Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) provide rental assistance that tenants can use in the private market. The voucher covers a portion of rent, with tenants typically paying 30% of their adjusted gross income. Participants can choose any housing that meets program requirements.
No current waitlist status information found for this program.
No current waitlist status information found for this program.
No current waitlist status information found for this program.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Housing Authority of the City of Dumas directly at (870) 382-5457 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 Dumas
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the City of Dumas 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 Dumas, 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 $33,550/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 Dumas directly at (870) 382-5457 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 Dumas, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Dumas manages approximately 93 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Dumas. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Dumas
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the City of Dumas are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of the City of Dumas manages approximately 93 Public Housing units in Dumas. 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 Dumas 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 Dumas. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Dumas are specifically designated for non-elderly individuals with disabilities. These vouchers work like standard HCVs but are reserved for this population and often have separate, shorter waitlists.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Dumas are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Dumas. 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Housing Authority of the City of Dumas converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Dumas maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Housing Authority of the City of Dumas Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Dumas are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Desha County, AR. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $33,550. 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 | $23,500 | $37,600 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $26,850 | $43,000 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $30,200 | $48,350 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $33,550 | $53,700 |
| 5 Persons | $36,250 | $36,250 | $58,000 |
| 6 Persons | $38,950 | $38,950 | $62,300 |
| 7 Persons | $41,650 | $41,650 | $66,600 |
| 8 Persons | $44,300 | $44,300 | $70,900 |
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 Housing Authority of the City of Dumas — including across state lines.