Housing Authority of Bowling Green
Bowling Green, Kentucky
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About Housing Authority of Bowling Green
Housing Authority of Bowling Green (HUD agency code KY063) is the public housing agency serving Bowling Green, Warren County, Kentucky. It administers 598 public housing units.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 25 waiting lists at this agency, covering Affordable, HCV, Other, PBV, Public Housing, Section 202, Senior, Stability, VASH, Mainstream, RAD. As of Mar 4, 2026, 21 are open. Status is unconfirmed for 4 further lists.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Bowling Green, KY HUD Metro FMR Area. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $41,450 per year, and as Low Income at or below $66,300 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 9 status changes at this agency, most recently on May 22, 2026. Always confirm current status with the agency directly before applying.
Affordable Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Fort Webb Manor — Phase 2 offers market-rate housing for residents aged 55 and older, with 1-bedroom units at $605/month and 2-bedroom units at $725/month.
Fort Webb Manor - Market Rate Housing
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Offers 1-2 bedroom units for applicants who are at least 55 years of age.
Fort Webb Manor - Phase 2
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person, Mail
Additional Notes
This program offers 1-2 bedroom units for applicants aged 55 and older. One-bedroom units are $605/month and two-bedroom units are $725/month. Applications can be picked up at the Fort Webb Manor office or downloaded.
Fort Webb Manor Phase 2
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The waitlist for Fort Webb Manor Phase 2, which offers market rent housing, is currently open.
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applications are accepted only from individuals and families qualifying for specific preferences, such as Local Homeless, Local Residency, Scholar House, Displaced by Government Action, or working in Bowling Green city limits. Verification for selected preferences must be uploaded with the application.
Other Programs Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Fort Webb Manor offers subsidized senior housing for residents aged 62 and older. Applications can be obtained by calling the office or downloading online.
Fort Webb Manor (Subsidized Housing)
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
Offers 1-bedroom subsidized units for elderly individuals aged 62 or older.
Fort Webb Manor - Subsidized Housing
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Offers 1-bedroom units for applicants who are at least 62 years of age.
Fort Webb Manor Phase 2 (Market Rent Housing)
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Call the office for application instructions, or download the application.
Subsidized Housing
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This includes programs like PRAC 202, VASH, and Stability Vouchers, with applications generally accepted until further notice. For some programs like PRAC 202 at Fort Webb Manor, applicants must be at least 62 years of age.
Subsidized Housing (Fort Webb Manor)
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Offers 1-bedroom subsidized units for elderly individuals aged 62 or older, including PRAC 202 options. Applications can be obtained by phone, mail, or download.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Fort Webb Manor offers affordable senior housing for residents 62 and older, with subsidized 1-bedroom units available. To apply, call (270) 467-0241 for instructions, or an application can be mailed or downloaded.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Accepting pre-applications for families and senior/disabled households. Applicants can pick up or download applications, then schedule an appointment to return them.
Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This program is for 1-bedroom subsidized units at Fort Webb Manor for applicants aged 62 and older. Applicants must be at least 62 years of age to apply.
Fort Webb Manor
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Offers 1-bedroom subsidized units for elderly individuals aged 62 or older.
Subsidized Housing
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. For Fort Webb Manor (PRAC 202), applicants must be at least 62 years of age.
Senior Housing Waitlist
Fort Webb Manor
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Offers 1-bedroom subsidized units for elderly individuals aged 62 or older. Applications can be obtained by phone, mail, or download.
Subsidized Senior Housing
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Specifically for residents aged 62 and older; Fort Webb Manor Phase 2 offers market-rate options for residents 55+.
Stability Voucher Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The Stability Vouchers waitlist is currently open.
Stability Vouchers
Status
open
How to Apply
Additional Notes
Stability Vouchers aim to provide safe and affordable housing for individuals and families experiencing homelessness; applicants should email CoordinatedEntry@kyhousing.org.
Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
This is a long-term intensive case management program for homeless Veterans and is not an emergency-based housing program. Applicants cannot apply online and should contact Jennifer Cromer at 629-259-1871 or Deborah Duvall at 615-968-1408.
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.
Age 55+. One-bedroom units are $605 per month and two-bedroom units are $725 per month. The time frame varies depending on the number of vacancies and how many people are applying for housing.
Age 55+. One-bedroom units are $605 per month and two-bedroom units are $725 per month. The time frame varies depending on the number of vacancies and how many people are applying for housing.
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.
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 Housing Authority of Bowling Green 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 Housing Authority of Bowling Green
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of Bowling Green currently has 21 open waiting lists (Affordable Housing, Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Other Programs, Project-Based Voucher (PBV), Public Housing, Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly, Senior Housing, Stability Voucher, Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH)). 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 Bowling Green, 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 $41,450/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 Bowling Green portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Housing Authority of Bowling Green, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of Bowling Green manages approximately 598 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Bowling Green. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of Bowling Green
Affordable Affordable Housing open
The Affordable Housing program at Housing Authority of Bowling Green provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Bowling Green. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) open
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of Bowling Green 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 Bowling Green. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Other Other Programs open
The Other Programs program at Housing Authority of Bowling Green provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Bowling Green. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) open
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of Bowling Green are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Bowling Green. 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 Housing Authority of Bowling Green are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of Bowling Green manages approximately 598 Public Housing units in Bowling Green. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Section 202 Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly open
The Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly program at Housing Authority of Bowling Green provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Bowling Green. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Senior Senior Housing open
The Senior Housing program at Housing Authority of Bowling Green provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Bowling Green. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Stability Stability Voucher open
The Stability Voucher program at Housing Authority of Bowling Green provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Bowling Green. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
VASH Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH) open
The HUD-VASH program at Housing Authority of Bowling Green combines Housing Choice Vouchers with VA supportive services for homeless veterans in Bowling Green. Referrals are made through the local VA Medical Center — contact the VA to begin the application process.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Housing Authority of Bowling Green 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Housing Authority of Bowling Green converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Bowling Green 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 Bowling Green Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of Bowling Green are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Bowling Green, KY HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $41,450. 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 | $17,400 | $29,050 | $46,450 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $33,200 | $53,050 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $37,350 | $59,700 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $41,450 | $66,300 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $44,800 | $71,650 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $48,100 | $76,950 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $51,400 | $82,250 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $54,750 | $87,550 |
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 Bowling Green — including across state lines.