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About Clay County Public Housing Agency
The Clay County Public Housing Agency (PHA Code: AR176) is located in Piggott, Clay County, Arkansas. This agency manages 173 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) units. All waiting lists for housing assistance through Clay County Public Housing Agency are currently closed.
The agency administers the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, which is currently closed to new applicants. The status of their Public Housing program waiting list is currently unknown, though it is also closed. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for the Clay County, AR area is $33,550 per year. Applicants must meet specific income guidelines to be eligible for housing assistance.
Other 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.
Eligibility for the Housing Choice Voucher program generally requires applicants to be low-income families, elderly, or disabled, with U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status. Applicants cannot have been evicted from federally assisted housing for drug-related activity within the past five years, be currently engaged in illegal drug use, be a registered sex offender, or owe money to another public housing agency.
Information about the current waiting list status for the Public Housing program is not definitively stated as open or closed. One source mentions that pre-applications are accepted at the program level.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Clay County Public Housing Agency directly at (870) 598-2631 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
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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 Clay County Public Housing Agency
Check Current Status
All 1 waiting list at Clay County Public Housing Agency are currently closed. Lists typically open with short notice — sometimes as little as 48 hours. The status at the top of this page is updated nightly.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Clay County Public Housing Agency, 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 Clay County Public Housing Agency directly at (870) 598-2631 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 Clay County Public Housing Agency, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Clay County Public Housing Agency manages approximately 173 assisted housing units (173 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Piggott. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Clay County Public Housing Agency
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Clay County Public Housing Agency 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 Piggott. This program serves approximately 173 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Clay County Public Housing Agency 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Clay County Public Housing Agency?
Clay County Public Housing Agency Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Clay County Public Housing Agency are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Clay 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 |
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| 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 Clay County Public Housing Agency — including across state lines.