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About White River Regional Housing Authority
The White River Regional Housing Authority (WRRHA), located in Melbourne, Izard County, Arkansas (PHA Code: AR197), manages approximately 1,875 assisted housing units. These units primarily provide assistance through the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, formerly known as Section 8.
Currently, the waitlist for WRRHA's Public Housing program is open for new applications. The waitlist for the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, however, is presently closed. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit in the Izard County, AR area is $33,550 per year to qualify for assistance programs managed by this authority. Recent updates indicate the HCV program transitioned from open to closed, and the Public Housing program status changed to open.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jul 1, 2017
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
Annual gross income, age or disability status, and US citizenship or eligible immigration are eligibility factors. Declining two invitations may result in removal from the waitlist.
Other 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.
Applicants are placed on a waiting list and notified as soon as assistance is available. Interested persons must contact a local coordinator for information and an application or may download an application from a link (link not provided).
Status History
Official Application
Contact White River Regional Housing Authority directly at (870) 368-5200 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 White River Regional Housing Authority
Check Current Status
White River Regional 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 White River Regional 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 $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 White River Regional Housing Authority directly at (870) 368-5200 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 White River Regional Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. White River Regional Housing Authority manages approximately 1,875 assisted housing units (1,875 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Melbourne. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at White River Regional Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at White River Regional 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 White River Regional 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 Melbourne. This program serves approximately 1,875 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 White River Regional Housing Authority?
White River Regional Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the White River Regional Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Izard 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 White River Regional Housing Authority — including across state lines.