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About Fayetteville Housing Authority
The Fayetteville Housing Authority (FHA), located in Fayetteville, Washington County, Arkansas (PHA Code: AR181), manages approximately 759 assisted housing units, all of which are Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8).
Currently, the FHA is accepting applications only for its Public Housing program. The waitlists for the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) and Project-Based Rental Assistance (PBRA) programs are closed.
For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for eligibility is $50,900 per year, which applies to the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR MSA area. Prospective applicants should confirm current income limits based on their specific family size and the program they are applying for.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jul 1, 2023
Additional Notes
Lewis Plaza & Willow Heights are closed due to excessive wait time. Hillcrest Towers is open and accepts applications for accessible, efficiency apartments for 55+ and/or Disabled tenants only.
View original notice — fayettevilleha.orgOther Programs
2 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.
The Housing Choice Voucher program waitlist is closed. This program covers all of Washington County, Arkansas except for Springdale.
Project-based Rental Assistance (PBRA; Morgan Manor) The FHA last accepted applications for this waiting list on January 21, 2022. There is no notice of when this waiting list will reopen. To apply during the opening period, applicants were required to complete the online application. Preferences...
Official Application
Contact Fayetteville Housing Authority directly at (479) 521-3850 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 Fayetteville Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Fayetteville 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 Fayetteville 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 $50,900/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 Fayetteville Housing Authority directly at (479) 521-3850 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 Fayetteville Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Fayetteville Housing Authority manages approximately 759 assisted housing units (759 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Fayetteville. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Fayetteville Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Fayetteville Housing Authority 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 Fayetteville 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 Fayetteville. This program serves approximately 759 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
PBRA closed
The PBRA program at Fayetteville Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Fayetteville. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
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Fayetteville Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Fayetteville Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $50,900. 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 | $21,400 | $35,650 | $57,050 |
| 2 Persons | $24,450 | $40,750 | $65,200 |
| 3 Persons | $27,500 | $45,850 | $73,350 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $50,900 | $81,450 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $55,000 | $88,000 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $59,050 | $94,500 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $63,150 | $101,000 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $67,200 | $107,550 |
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 Fayetteville Housing Authority — including across state lines.