Housing Authority of Lexington
Lexington, Kentucky
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Project-Based Voucher (PBV) waitlist opens in 6 days — Oct 12, 2026
About Housing Authority of Lexington
Housing Authority of Lexington (HUD agency code KY004) is the public housing agency serving Lexington, Fayette County, Kentucky. It administers 914 public housing units and 3,483 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 5 waiting lists at this agency, covering Public Housing, HCV, Mainstream, PBV, RAD. As of Oct 5, 2026, 1 is open and 4 are closed.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Lexington-Fayette, KY MSA. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $51,200 per year, and as Low Income at or below $81,900 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 7 status changes at this agency, most recently on Sep 4, 2026. Always confirm current status with the agency directly before applying.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The wait list is open for ONE (1) bedroom units at the Ballard and Connie Griffith Apartments for elderly persons (62 years of age or older) households.
Opening Soon
1 upcomingProject-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Current Status
Currently Closed — Opens Oct 12, 2026
Details
The Centre Meadows 3-bedroom waiting list will open on this date. Centre Meadows is a Self-Sufficiency site with a work requirement, but elderly and disabled persons may be eligible without meeting the work requirement.
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.
The LHA Section 8 waiting list is currently closed.
Beginning July 1, 2026, Lexington Housing Authority will discontinue lease-up incentive payments to landlords for all MTW programs, including Mainstream, as Mainstream funding is no longer administered separately.
Centre Meadows Apartments (Project-Based Housing Choice Voucher/RAD-PBV) three (3) bedroom waiting list will open October 12, 2026. Head-of-household or spouse/co-head must demonstrate working at least 20 hours per week, with exceptions for elderly and disabled persons.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Housing Authority of Lexington directly 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 Housing Authority of Lexington
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of Lexington currently has 1 open waiting list (Public 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 Lexington, 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 $51,200/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 Housing Authority of Lexington directly at 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 Housing Authority of Lexington, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of Lexington manages approximately 4,397 assisted housing units (3,483 Section 8, 914 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Lexington. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of Lexington
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of Lexington are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of Lexington manages approximately 914 Public Housing units in Lexington. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of Lexington 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 Lexington. This program serves approximately 3,483 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 Housing Authority of Lexington 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 Lexington are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Lexington. 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 (RAD) closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Housing Authority of Lexington converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Lexington 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 Lexington Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of Lexington are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Lexington-Fayette, KY MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $51,200. 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 | $21,500 | $35,850 | $57,350 |
| 2 Persons | $24,600 | $41,000 | $65,550 |
| 3 Persons | $27,650 | $46,100 | $73,750 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $51,200 | $81,900 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $55,300 | $88,500 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $59,400 | $95,050 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $63,500 | $101,600 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $67,600 | $108,150 |
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 Lexington — including across state lines.