Lyon County/eckan Housing Authority
Ottawa, Kansas
Last Updated
21 hours ago
About Lyon County/eckan Housing Authority
The Lyon County/eckan Housing Authority, located in Ottawa, Franklin County, Kansas, manages approximately 506 assisted housing units. This includes 506 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers, providing rental assistance to eligible households.
Currently, several housing programs are accepting applications. These include ECKAN Rental Housing, ECKAN Owned Rental Housing, Public Housing, and general Rental Housing programs. Applicants should be aware that the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is presently closed to new applications, though Public Housing recently opened.
Eligibility for these programs depends on factors such as household income. For a family of four in the Franklin County, KS area, the Very Low Income limit is set at $48,100 per year.
ECKAN Rental Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Additional Notes
To qualify for a rental house, household monthly income earnings must be at least 2.5 times the listed rent amount. Declining two invitations will purge the application from the waitlist.
Other Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Additional Notes
ECKAN owns and operates 54 rental houses. To qualify for a rental house, household monthly income earnings must be at least 2.5 times the listed rent amount. Available Rental Housing states 'No rentals available at this time. Please check back soon!'
View original notice — eckan.orgOther (ECKAN Owned Rental Housing) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Additional Notes
ECKAN owns and operates 54 rental houses. To qualify for a rental house, household monthly income earnings must be at least 2.5 times the listed rent amount. An application can be mailed to ECKAN (Attention: Rental Program) at 1320 S. Ash St. Ottawa, KS 66067. The website states 'No rentals avail...
View original notice — eckan.orgPublic Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Additional Notes
Applicants for rental houses must have a household monthly income at least 2.5 times the listed rent amount. ECKAN owns and operates 54 rental houses in Emporia, Ottawa, Osawatomie, Paola, Waverly, and LeRoy.
Rental Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Additional Notes
ECKAN owns and operates rental houses and accepts applications for the waitlist. There are no rentals available at this time, and applicants are advised to check back soon. Household monthly income must be at least 2.5 times the listed rent amount.
View original notice — eckan.orgother Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Additional Notes
ECKAN's rental housing wait list is currently open for applications; household monthly income must be at least 2.5 times the listed rent amount to qualify.
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.
The HCV waiting list is closed. Applications are accepted based on date and time of application. Income guidelines are provided for Anderson, Coffey, Franklin, Lyon, Miami, and Osage counties.
Mainstream Vouchers provide rental assistance specifically for non-elderly persons with disabilities. The program helps individuals transition out of institutional settings or avoid institutionalization by subsidizing housing costs in the private market.
Project-Based Vouchers are tied to specific housing units rather than following the tenant. Landlords or developers partner with the housing authority to reserve units for eligible low-income families. Unlike tenant-based HCV vouchers, PBV assistance stays with the unit if the tenant moves.
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance, allowing housing authorities to leverage private funding for property rehabilitation while preserving long-term affordability for residents.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Lyon County/eckan 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 Lyon County/eckan Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Lyon County/eckan Housing Authority currently has 6 open waiting lists (ECKAN Rental Housing, Other, Other (ECKAN Owned Rental Housing), Public Housing, Rental Housing, other). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Lyon County/eckan 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 $48,100/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 Lyon County/eckan 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 Lyon County/eckan Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Lyon County/eckan Housing Authority manages approximately 506 assisted housing units (506 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Ottawa. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Lyon County/eckan Housing Authority
ECKAN Rental Housing open
The ECKAN Rental Housing program at Lyon County/eckan Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Ottawa. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other open
The Other program at Lyon County/eckan Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Ottawa. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (ECKAN Owned Rental Housing) open
The Other (ECKAN Owned Rental Housing) program at Lyon County/eckan Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Ottawa. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Lyon County/eckan Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Rental Housing open
The Rental Housing program at Lyon County/eckan Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Ottawa. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
other open
The other program at Lyon County/eckan Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Ottawa. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Lyon County/eckan 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 Ottawa. This program serves approximately 506 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 Lyon County/eckan 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 Lyon County/eckan Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Ottawa. 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 Lyon County/eckan Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Ottawa maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Lyon County/eckan Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Lyon County/eckan Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Franklin County, KS. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $48,100. 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 | $20,200 | $33,700 | $53,900 |
| 2 Persons | $23,100 | $38,500 | $61,600 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $43,300 | $69,300 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $48,100 | $76,950 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $51,950 | $83,150 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $55,800 | $89,300 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $59,650 | $95,450 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $63,500 | $101,600 |
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 Lyon County/eckan Housing Authority — including across state lines.