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About Kankakee County Housing Authority
The Kankakee County Housing Authority (PHA Code: IL039) is located in Kankakee, Kankakee County, Illinois. This authority manages approximately 1,145 assisted housing units, comprising 274 Public Housing units and 871 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) units, to assist eligible low-income individuals and families.
The Authority operates two main housing programs: Public Housing and the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program. While the Housing Choice Voucher program is currently closed to new applications, the Public Housing program is currently open for prospective applicants.
Applicants must meet specific income guidelines to qualify. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for the Kankakee, IL MSA area is $45,600 per year. Those interested in the open Public Housing program should confirm their eligibility based on these income requirements.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
Preferences include living, working, or attending school locally, or being employed; declining two invitations results in application purge.
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.
Preferences, from the last opening, included working households living/working in Kankakee County, other Kankakee County residents, working households outside the county, and other outside county residents; applicants were added by date/time of submission with no limit on placement.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Kankakee County Housing Authority directly at (815) 939-7125 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 Kankakee County Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Kankakee 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 Kankakee 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 $45,600/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 Kankakee County Housing Authority directly at (815) 939-7125 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 Kankakee County Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Kankakee County Housing Authority manages approximately 1,145 assisted housing units (871 Section 8, 274 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Kankakee. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Kankakee County Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Kankakee County Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Kankakee County Housing Authority manages approximately 274 Public Housing units in Kankakee. 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 Kankakee 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 Kankakee. This program serves approximately 871 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 Kankakee County Housing Authority?
Kankakee County Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Kankakee County Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Kankakee, IL MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $45,600. 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 | $19,150 | $31,950 | $51,100 |
| 2 Persons | $21,900 | $36,500 | $58,400 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $41,050 | $65,700 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $45,600 | $72,950 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $49,250 | $78,800 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $52,900 | $84,650 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $56,550 | $90,500 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $60,200 | $96,300 |
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 Kankakee County Housing Authority — including across state lines.