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About Indiana Housing and Community Development Au
The Indiana Housing and Community Development Au (IHCDA), located in Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana (PHA Code: IN901), is a state agency that administers housing assistance programs. It is responsible for managing approximately 6,637 assisted housing units, primarily through Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers.
IHCDA offers programs such as the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) and Mainstream Vouchers. All waiting lists for these programs are currently closed. Both the HCV and Mainstream programs recently changed from an open to a closed status, meaning there are no opportunities to apply for assistance at this time.
For informational purposes, the Very Low Income limit for a family of four in the Indianapolis-Carmel, IN HUD Metro FMR Area is $55,350 per year. When lists are open, applicants must meet specific income guidelines to be eligible for 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.
IHCDA does not cover the city of Indianapolis or Marion County. Multiple Housing Choice Voucher waiting lists have opened in various counties across Indiana.
Mainstream and NED vouchers are issued on a referral-only basis for persons 18-61 years old living with a disability.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Indiana Housing and Community Development Au directly at (317) 232-7788 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 Indiana Housing and Community Development Au
Check Current Status
All 2 waiting lists at Indiana Housing and Community Development Au 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 Indiana Housing and Community Development Au, 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 $55,350/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 Indiana Housing and Community Development Au directly at (317) 232-7788 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 Indiana Housing and Community Development Au, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Indiana Housing and Community Development Au manages approximately 6,637 assisted housing units (6,637 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Indianapolis. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Indiana Housing and Community Development Au
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Indiana Housing and Community Development Au 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 Indianapolis. This program serves approximately 6,637 households. 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 Indiana Housing and Community Development Au 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Indiana Housing and Community Development Au?
Indiana Housing and Community Development Au Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Indiana Housing and Community Development Au are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Indianapolis-Carmel, IN HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $55,350. 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 | $23,250 | $38,750 | $62,000 |
| 2 Persons | $26,600 | $44,300 | $70,850 |
| 3 Persons | $29,900 | $49,850 | $79,700 |
| 4 Persons | $33,200 | $55,350 | $88,550 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $59,800 | $95,650 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $64,250 | $102,750 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $68,650 | $109,850 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $73,100 | $116,900 |
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 Indiana Housing and Community Development Au — including across state lines.