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About Housing Authority of St. Charles Parish
The Housing Authority of St. Charles Parish (PHA Code: LA094) serves residents in Boutte, St. Charles County, Louisiana. This authority manages approximately 506 assisted housing units. These units consist of 377 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 129 Public Housing units.
Currently, all housing waiting lists for the Housing Authority of St. Charles Parish are closed. This includes both the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program and the Public Housing program. Applicants are advised to check back periodically for updates on when lists may reopen. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit is $44,900 per year, applicable to the New Orleans-Metairie, LA HUD Metro FMR Area.
Other Programs
2 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 termination from HCV due to insufficient funding, elderly, disabled, St. Charles Parish residency, working a minimum of 20 hours per week, victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking, and homelessness. Applicants are screened for previous violent or illegal drug activity. Position on the waiting list is determined by the application time and date, along with preferences.
Applicants are screened for previous violent or illegal drug activity. Income limits apply for qualification. Position on the waiting list is determined by the application time and date, along with preferences.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of St. Charles Parish 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 St. Charles Parish
Check Current Status
All 2 waiting lists at Housing Authority of St. Charles Parish are currently closed. Lists typically open with short notice — sometimes as little as 48 hours. The status at the top of this page is updated nightly.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Housing Authority of St. Charles Parish, 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 $44,900/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 St. Charles Parish 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 Housing Authority of St. Charles Parish, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of St. Charles Parish manages approximately 506 assisted housing units (377 Section 8, 129 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Boutte. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of St. Charles Parish
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of St. Charles Parish 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 Boutte. This program serves approximately 377 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of St. Charles Parish are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of St. Charles Parish manages approximately 129 Public Housing units in Boutte. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Housing Authority of St. Charles Parish?
Housing Authority of St. Charles Parish Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of St. Charles Parish are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for New Orleans-Metairie, LA HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $44,900. 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 | $18,900 | $31,450 | $50,300 |
| 2 Persons | $21,600 | $35,950 | $57,500 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $40,450 | $64,700 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $44,900 | $71,850 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $48,500 | $77,600 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $52,100 | $83,350 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $55,700 | $89,100 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $59,300 | $94,850 |
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 St. Charles Parish — including across state lines.