Housing Authority of the Town of Church Point
Church Point, Louisiana
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23 hours ago
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) waitlist opens in 177 days — Apr 1, 2027
About Housing Authority of the Town of Church Point
Housing Authority of the Town of Church Point (HUD agency code LA032) is the public housing agency serving Church Point, Acadia Parish, Louisiana. It administers 123 public housing units and 88 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 2 waiting lists at this agency, covering Public Housing, HCV. As of Oct 5, 2026, 1 is open and 1 is closed.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Acadia Parish, LA HUD Metro FMR Area. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $34,600 per year, and as Low Income at or below $55,350 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 1 status change at this agency, most recently on May 13, 2026. Always confirm current status with the agency directly before applying.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The Church Point Housing Authority is currently accepting pre-applications for families and senior/disabled households for 1-4 bedroom units; no preferences were noted. If an applicant declines two invitations, their application will be purged from the waitlist.
Opening Soon
1 upcomingSection 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Current Status
Currently Closed — Opens Apr 1, 2027
Details
Historically, applications are accepted once per year in April. The exact date in April will be posted sometime in March of that same year at the office, on the website, and in the Church Point News newspaper.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Housing Authority of the Town of Church Point 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 the Town of Church Point
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the Town of Church Point 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 the Town of Church Point, 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 $34,600/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 the Town of Church Point 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 the Town of Church Point, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the Town of Church Point manages approximately 211 assisted housing units (88 Section 8, 123 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Church Point. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the Town of Church Point
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the Town of Church Point are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of the Town of Church Point manages approximately 123 Public Housing units in Church Point. 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 the Town of Church Point 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 Church Point. This program serves approximately 88 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Housing Authority of the Town of Church Point?
Housing Authority of the Town of Church Point Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the Town of Church Point are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Acadia Parish, LA HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $34,600. 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 | $15,650 | $24,250 | $38,750 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $27,700 | $44,300 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $31,150 | $49,850 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $34,600 | $55,350 |
| 5 Persons | $37,400 | $37,400 | $59,800 |
| 6 Persons | $40,150 | $40,150 | $64,250 |
| 7 Persons | $42,950 | $42,950 | $68,650 |
| 8 Persons | $45,700 | $45,700 | $73,100 |
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 the Town of Church Point — including across state lines.