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About St. Mary Parish Council
The St. Mary Parish Council (PHA Code: LA220) is located in Franklin, St. Mary County, Louisiana. This housing authority manages approximately 204 assisted housing units through its Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, which provides rental assistance.
Currently, all waiting lists for the St. Mary Parish Council are closed to new applicants. This status applies to their Housing Choice Voucher program. Information regarding the availability of public housing programs from this authority is not currently provided.
For eligibility, the Very Low Income limit for a family of four in the St. Mary Parish, LA area is $35,300 per year. Prospective applicants should note that no applications are being accepted at this time as all waiting lists remain closed until further notice.
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.
The St. Mary Parish Housing Program closed its waiting list for housing assistance effective noon on August 29, 2025. The agency serves extremely low-income (less than 30% of Area Median Income) and very low-income (less than 50% of AMI) households.
Public Housing provides affordable rental units owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Units range from single-family homes to high-rise apartments, with rent typically set at 30% of household income.
Official Application
Contact St. Mary Parish Council directly at (985) 384-0709 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 St. Mary Parish Council
Check Current Status
All 1 waiting list at St. Mary Parish Council 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 St. Mary Parish Council, 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 $35,300/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 St. Mary Parish Council directly at (985) 384-0709 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 St. Mary Parish Council, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. St. Mary Parish Council manages approximately 204 assisted housing units (204 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Franklin. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at St. Mary Parish Council
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at St. Mary Parish Council 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 Franklin. This program serves approximately 204 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 St. Mary Parish Council 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for St. Mary Parish Council?
St. Mary Parish Council Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the St. Mary Parish Council are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for St. Mary Parish, LA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $35,300. 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 |
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| 1 Person | $15,650 | $24,750 | $39,550 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $28,250 | $45,200 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $31,800 | $50,850 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $35,300 | $56,500 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $38,150 | $61,050 |
| 6 Persons | $40,950 | $40,950 | $65,550 |
| 7 Persons | $43,800 | $43,800 | $70,100 |
| 8 Persons | $46,600 | $46,600 | $74,600 |
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 St. Mary Parish Council — including across state lines.