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About Union Parish Police Jury
Union Parish Police Jury, located in Farmerville, Union County, Louisiana (PHA Code: LA196), manages approximately 157 assisted housing units, specifically 157 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers. This authority provides housing assistance programs to eligible low-income individuals and families.
Currently, the Union Parish Police Jury has open waitlists for its Mainstream program and Public Housing program. The waitlist for the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is currently closed. The Public Housing waitlist recently changed its status from unknown to open, offering new opportunities for applicants.
Applicants should be aware of income limitations for eligibility. For a family of four in the Monroe, LA HUD Metro FMR Area, the Very Low Income limit is $35,700 per year. These limits are set annually based on area median income.
Mainstream Voucher Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applicants must provide household composition, citizenship, current income, and required documents such as birth certificates, social security cards, and picture IDs; income eligibility is determined by the PHA.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
The Housing Authority of Farmerville accepts pre-applications in-person and gives preference to working families, senior, or disabled individuals.
Other Programs
1 programThese 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.
Applications are only accepted when the waitlist is open, and the public will be notified via local newspaper advertisements and flyers to local agencies when it reopens.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Union Parish Police Jury 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 Union Parish Police Jury
Check Current Status
Union Parish Police Jury currently has 2 open waiting lists (Mainstream, Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Union Parish Police Jury, 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 $35,700/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 Union Parish Police Jury 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 Union Parish Police Jury, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Union Parish Police Jury manages approximately 157 assisted housing units (157 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Farmerville. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Union Parish Police Jury
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher open
Mainstream Vouchers at Union Parish Police Jury 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.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Union Parish Police Jury are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Union Parish Police Jury 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 Farmerville. This program serves approximately 157 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 Union Parish Police Jury?
Union Parish Police Jury Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Union Parish Police Jury are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Monroe, LA HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $35,700. 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 | $25,000 | $40,000 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $28,600 | $45,700 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $32,150 | $51,400 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $35,700 | $57,100 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $38,600 | $61,700 |
| 6 Persons | $41,450 | $41,450 | $66,250 |
| 7 Persons | $44,250 | $44,250 | $70,850 |
| 8 Persons | $47,150 | $47,150 | $75,400 |
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 Union Parish Police Jury — including across state lines.