Eastern Iowa Regional Housing Authority
Dubuque, Iowa
Last Updated
23 hours ago
About Eastern Iowa Regional Housing Authority
The Eastern Iowa Regional Housing Authority (PHA Code IA126) is located in Dubuque, Dubuque County, Iowa. It manages approximately 1,242 assisted housing units, which include 1,078 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and 164 Public Housing units.
This authority offers various housing programs. While the Tax Credit program is currently closed, programs that are presently open include LIHTC, Other, Other Senior and Disabled, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, RAD, USDA, USDA Senior and Disabled, and other programs. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is currently opening soon. For a family of four in the Dubuque, IA MSA area, the Very Low Income limit for applicants is $51,350 per year.
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Qualifying households (50% or below County Median Income) pay a minimum of 30% of their adjusted income or $50, whichever is greater, toward rent and utilities. The current waiting period is 2-3 years.
View original notice — eirha.orgLow-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This waiting list is for Asbury Meadows and Evergreen Meadows in Asbury and Peosta, Iowa. Preferences are given to victims of domestic violence, veterans, and those in job training or higher education.
Other Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This waiting list is for 1-bedroom USDA Other Senior and Disabled rental assistance in Churchview Apartments (Grand Mound) and West Ridge Apartments (Worthington), Iowa.
Other Senior and Disabled Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This includes the USDA waiting list for Churchview Apartments and West Ridge Apartments, which is open until further notice. These are one-bedroom units for handicap, elderly, or disabled individuals.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This program is for income-eligible seniors and persons with disabilities at 17 specific units located at the Rose of Dubuque.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
EIRHA owns and manages 163 rental units in Dubuque, Jackson, Delaware, and Clinton Counties, including apartments, duplexes, and single-family homes. Qualifying households (80% or below County Median Income) pay a minimum of 30% of their adjusted income or $50, whichever is greater, toward rent and utilities.
View original notice — eirha.orgRental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The waiting list for Churchview and West Ridge Apartments is currently open. This waiting list is for Other Senior and Disabled rental housing assistance in Grand Mound and Worthington, Iowa and is open until further notice.
Tax Credit (LIHTC) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Units (2, 3, and 4 bedrooms) are located in Asbury and Peosta, IA; preferences include victims of domestic violence, veterans, and those in job training or higher education; qualifying households are 60%, 50%, and 40% or below County Median Income.
USDA Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
One-bedroom handicap/elderly/disabled units are located in Worthington and Grand Mound, IA; qualifying households are 80% or below County Median Income. USDA applications are temporarily unavailable online, call 563-556-4166 for a paper application.
USDA Senior and Disabled Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
One-bedroom units for handicapped/elderly/disabled individuals located in Grand Mound and Worthington, Iowa.
other Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This program is for the USDA sites waiting lists for Churchview Apartments and West Ridge Apartments. The waiting list is currently open and accepting applications until further notice. These are one-bedroom handicap/elderly/disabled units located at 317 2nd Ave., SW in Worthington, Iowa, and 502...
Other Programs
3 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 program does not have its own waiting list; serves households with non-elderly persons (18-62 years old) with disabilities who must apply to the Section 8 HCV waiting list and check the 'disabled' box.
Asbury Meadows and Evergreen Meadows are Tax Credit properties. For Asbury Meadows, after application is received, applicants are placed on a waiting list. For Evergreen Meadows, no specific waiting list information is provided.
No waitlist information currently available for this program.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Eastern Iowa Regional 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 Eastern Iowa Regional Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Eastern Iowa Regional Housing Authority currently has 11 open waiting lists (HCV, LIHTC, Other, Other Senior and Disabled, PBV, Public Housing, RAD, Tax Credit (LIHTC), USDA, USDA Senior and Disabled, other). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Eastern Iowa Regional 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 $51,350/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
Apply directly through the official Eastern Iowa Regional 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 Eastern Iowa Regional Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Eastern Iowa Regional Housing Authority manages approximately 1,242 assisted housing units (1,078 Section 8, 164 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Dubuque. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Eastern Iowa Regional Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) open
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Eastern Iowa Regional 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 Dubuque. This program serves approximately 1,078 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
LIHTC open
The LIHTC program at Eastern Iowa Regional Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Dubuque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other open
The Other program at Eastern Iowa Regional Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Dubuque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Senior and Disabled open
The Other Senior and Disabled program at Eastern Iowa Regional Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Dubuque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher open
Project-Based Vouchers at Eastern Iowa Regional Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Dubuque. 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.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Eastern Iowa Regional Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Eastern Iowa Regional Housing Authority manages approximately 164 Public Housing units in Dubuque. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration open
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Eastern Iowa Regional Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Dubuque maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Tax Credit (LIHTC) open
The Tax Credit (LIHTC) program at Eastern Iowa Regional Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Dubuque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
USDA open
The USDA program at Eastern Iowa Regional Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Dubuque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
USDA Senior and Disabled open
The USDA Senior and Disabled program at Eastern Iowa Regional Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Dubuque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
other open
The other program at Eastern Iowa Regional Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Dubuque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Eastern Iowa Regional 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.
Tax Credit closed
The Tax Credit program at Eastern Iowa Regional Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Dubuque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
FYI - TPV closed
The FYI - TPV program at Eastern Iowa Regional Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Dubuque. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
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Eastern Iowa Regional Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Eastern Iowa Regional Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Dubuque, IA MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $51,350. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $21,600 | $35,950 | $57,550 |
| 2 Persons | $24,650 | $41,100 | $65,750 |
| 3 Persons | $27,750 | $46,250 | $73,950 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $51,350 | $82,150 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $55,500 | $88,750 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $59,600 | $95,300 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $63,700 | $101,900 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $67,800 | $108,450 |
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 Eastern Iowa Regional Housing Authority — including across state lines.