Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government,Federal Programs Division
Houma, Louisiana
Last Updated
23 hours ago
About Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government,Federal Programs Division
Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government,Federal Programs Division (HUD agency code LA211) is the public housing agency serving Houma, Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana. It administers 604 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 9 waiting lists at this agency, covering FSS, HCV, Mainstream, Other, PBV, Public Housing, RAD, SRO, TBRA. As of Feb 28, 2026, all 8 tracked lists are closed to new applications. Status is unconfirmed for 1 further list.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Houma-Bayou Cane-Thibodaux, LA MSA. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $37,850 per year, and as Low Income at or below $60,550 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 33 status changes at this agency, most recently on Sep 11, 2026.
Other Programs
9 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.
No specific waitlist status for this program is currently announced, but the PHA generally states no waiting lists are currently open.
Applications were accepted in-person at the Houma Municipal Auditorium, with only 500 applications accepted. Preferences included working, disabled, local residency, honorably discharged veteran, and displaced public housing residents from Hurricane Ida.
Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government is not accepting applications for any waiting lists now, and the waiting lists are not scheduled to open anytime soon, implying the Mainstream program waitlist is closed.
The Single Room Occupancy program is a component of the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program, targeting homeless single men, and the overall waiting lists for Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government are currently closed.
As a component of the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program, the Project-Based Voucher waiting list is currently closed, following the general Section 8 application period. Applications were previously accepted in-person during the overall Section 8 openings, including the last one on January 24, 2024, for specific preferences.
The Public Housing waiting list was verified as closed as of April 21, 2026. Interested applicants can contact the authority directly to inquire about future availability.
Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government is not accepting applications for any waiting lists now, and the waiting lists are not scheduled to open anytime soon, implying the RAD program waitlist is closed.
No specific waitlist status for this program is currently announced, but the PHA generally states no waiting lists are currently open.
This program assists homeless families exiting shelters in Terrebonne Parish, but its waiting list status is unknown.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government,Federal Programs Division 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 Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government,Federal Programs Division
Check Current Status
All 8 waiting lists at Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government,Federal Programs Division 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 Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government,Federal Programs Division, 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 $37,850/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 Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government,Federal Programs Division 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 Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government,Federal Programs Division, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government,Federal Programs Division manages approximately 604 assisted housing units (604 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Houma. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government,Federal Programs Division
FSS Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) closed
The Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) program at Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government,Federal Programs Division provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Houma. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government,Federal Programs Division 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 Houma. This program serves approximately 604 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 Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government,Federal Programs Division 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.
Other Other Programs closed
The Other Programs program at Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government,Federal Programs Division provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Houma. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government,Federal Programs Division are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Houma. 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.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government,Federal Programs Division 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government,Federal Programs Division converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Houma maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
SRO Single Room Occupancy (SRO) closed
The Single Room Occupancy (SRO) program at Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government,Federal Programs Division provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Houma. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
TBRA Tenant-Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) closed
The Tenant-Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) program at Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government,Federal Programs Division provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Houma. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government,Federal Programs Division Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government,Federal Programs Division are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Houma-Bayou Cane-Thibodaux, LA MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $37,850. 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 | $15,900 | $26,550 | $42,400 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $30,300 | $48,450 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $34,100 | $54,500 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $37,850 | $60,550 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $40,900 | $65,400 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $43,950 | $70,250 |
| 7 Persons | $46,950 | $46,950 | $75,100 |
| 8 Persons | $50,000 | $50,000 | $79,950 |
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 Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government,Federal Programs Division — including across state lines.