Housing Authority of Ashland
Ashland, Kentucky
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About Housing Authority of Ashland
Housing Authority of Ashland (HUD agency code KY074) is the public housing agency serving Ashland, Boyd County, Kentucky. It administers 381 public housing units.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 6 waiting lists at this agency, covering Affordable, HCV, Mainstream, PBV, Public Housing, RAD. As of Jul 25, 2026, 1 is open and 5 are closed.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Huntington-Ashland, WV-KY-OH HUD Metro FMR Area. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $38,900 per year, and as Low Income at or below $62,250 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 20 status changes at this agency, most recently on Jul 22, 2026. Always confirm current status with the agency directly before applying.
Affordable Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Eligibility requires the head of household to be employed 20+ hours/week with qualifying income or be elderly/disabled with qualifying income; Ashland Heights II is for elderly/disabled applicants.
Other Programs
5 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.
Preferences include families terminated from HCV due to insufficient funding, victims of domestic violence, displaced by government action, homeless, youth aging out of foster care, veterans, elderly (62+), near-elderly (50+), and disabled individuals. Applications are sorted by preference, then by application date and time.
The City of Ashland Assisted Housing Agency has no open waiting lists at this time, which would include Mainstream vouchers if offered.
Requires verification of domestic violence preference; other preferences aligned with the general Housing Choice Voucher program preferences.
The Housing Authority of Ashland (PHA code KY074) is not currently accepting pre-applications for the Public Housing waiting list.
The City of Ashland Assisted Housing Agency has no open waiting lists at this time, which would include RAD programs if offered.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of Ashland portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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 Ashland
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of Ashland currently has 1 open waiting list (Affordable Housing). 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 Ashland, 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 $38,900/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 Housing Authority of Ashland portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Housing Authority of Ashland, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of Ashland manages approximately 381 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Ashland. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of Ashland
Affordable Affordable Housing open
The Affordable Housing program at Housing Authority of Ashland provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Ashland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of Ashland 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 Ashland. 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 Housing Authority of Ashland 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 (PBV) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of Ashland are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Ashland. 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 closed
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of Ashland are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of Ashland manages approximately 381 Public Housing units in Ashland. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Housing Authority of Ashland converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Ashland maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Housing Authority of Ashland Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of Ashland are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Huntington-Ashland, WV-KY-OH HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $38,900. 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 | $16,350 | $27,250 | $43,600 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $31,150 | $49,800 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $35,050 | $56,050 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $38,900 | $62,250 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $42,050 | $67,250 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $45,150 | $72,250 |
| 7 Persons | $48,250 | $48,250 | $77,200 |
| 8 Persons | $51,350 | $51,350 | $82,200 |
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 Ashland — including across state lines.