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About Perry County Housing Authority
The Perry County Housing Authority (PHA Code IL048) administers assisted housing programs in Du Quoin, Perry County, Illinois. This authority manages approximately 293 assisted housing units across its various programs. Currently, the Public Housing waitlist is open for new applications. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program waitlist is presently closed.
Eligibility for these programs depends on meeting specific income guidelines, which vary by household size. For example, a family of four must generally have a Very Low Income of no more than $43,300 per year in the Perry County, IL area to qualify. The authority may also offer programs such as Mainstream Vouchers, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), and units through the Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) initiative.
Applicants should be aware that waitlist statuses can change. It is always recommended to confirm the current status of any program's waitlist directly with the Perry County Housing Authority when applying.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The general Public Housing waiting list is open; however, the one-bedroom waitlist is open only for Elderly and Disabled Applicants, and the four-bedroom waitlist is currently closed. Rent is based on income, and declining two invitations will purge an application from the waitlist.
Other 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.
This housing authority explicitly states that it does not offer a Section 8 (HCV) program.
No active waitlist information currently available.
No active waitlist information currently available.
No active waitlist information currently available.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Perry County Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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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 Perry County Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Perry County 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 Perry County 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 $43,300/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
Apply directly through the official Perry County Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf. If applying online, take a screenshot of your confirmation page for your records.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Perry County Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Perry County Housing Authority manages approximately 293 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Du Quoin. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Perry County Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Perry County Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Perry County Housing Authority manages approximately 293 Public Housing units in Du Quoin. 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 Perry County 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 Du Quoin. 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 Perry County Housing Authority 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 Perry County Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Du Quoin. 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 Perry County Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Du Quoin maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Perry County Housing Authority?
Perry County Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Perry County Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Perry County, IL. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $43,300. 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 | $18,200 | $30,350 | $48,550 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $34,650 | $55,450 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $39,000 | $62,400 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $43,300 | $69,300 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $46,800 | $74,850 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $50,250 | $80,400 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $53,700 | $85,950 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $57,200 | $91,500 |
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 Perry County Housing Authority — including across state lines.