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About Housing Authority of the City of Hammond
The Housing Authority of the City of Hammond (HATH), located in Hammond, Lake County, Indiana, manages approximately 1,313 assisted housing units. These include 898 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 415 Public Housing units.
Currently, the Housing Authority of the City of Hammond is accepting applications only for its Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program. This program recently changed its status from closed to open. In contrast, the Public Housing program is presently closed to new applications, having recently changed from open to closed.
For the Housing Choice Voucher program, the Very Low Income limit for a family of four in the Gary, IN HUD Metro FMR Area is $47,800 per year. Applicants should confirm their eligibility and program status before seeking assistance.
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Status
open
Additional Notes
The application process was opened in September 2009 and October 2011. Wait can be lengthy. All families selected must be income eligible and all family members 18+ must pass a criminal background check.
View original notice — hammondhousing.orgOther 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.
The low-income public housing waiting list is now closed.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Housing Authority of the City of Hammond directly at (219) 989-3265 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 Housing Authority of the City of Hammond
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the City of Hammond currently has 1 open waiting list (HCV). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Housing Authority of the City of Hammond, 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 $47,800/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 Housing Authority of the City of Hammond directly at (219) 989-3265 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 Housing Authority of the City of Hammond, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Hammond manages approximately 1,313 assisted housing units (898 Section 8, 415 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Hammond. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Hammond
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) open
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City of Hammond 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 Hammond. This program serves approximately 898 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 Housing Authority of the City of Hammond are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of the City of Hammond manages approximately 415 Public Housing units in Hammond. 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 Housing Authority of the City of Hammond?
Housing Authority of the City of Hammond Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Hammond are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Gary, IN HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $47,800. 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 | $20,100 | $33,500 | $53,550 |
| 2 Persons | $23,000 | $38,250 | $61,200 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $43,050 | $68,850 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $47,800 | $76,500 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $51,650 | $82,650 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $55,450 | $88,750 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $59,300 | $94,900 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $63,100 | $101,000 |
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 Housing Authority of the City of Hammond — including across state lines.