Housing Authority of Shreveport
Shreveport, Louisiana
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About Housing Authority of Shreveport
Housing Authority of Shreveport (HUD agency code LA002) is the public housing agency serving Shreveport, Caddo Parish, Louisiana. It administers 140 public housing units and 4,017 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 5 waiting lists at this agency, covering HCV, Mainstream, PBV, Public Housing, RAD. As of Aug 17, 2026, all 5 tracked lists are closed to new applications.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Shreveport-Bossier City, LA MSA. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $40,850 per year, and as Low Income at or below $65,350 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 13 status changes at this agency, most recently on Sep 29, 2026. Always confirm current status with the agency directly before applying.
Other Programs
5 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 waiting list was last open for one day in April 2019; selected applicants were placed on the waiting list by date and time the application was received, with no preferences mentioned.
Mainstream Vouchers provide rental assistance specifically for non-elderly persons with disabilities. The program helps individuals transition out of institutional settings or avoid institutionalization by subsidizing housing costs in the private market.
A pre-waiting list for project-based voucher units at the Bayou Grande community opened on April 23, 2021, with preferences for former Naomi Jackson Heights residents, HACS-assisted residents at risk of displacement, and eligible households within the Choice Neighborhood boundary. Bayou Grande Apartments are currently leasing.
Applications for 1, 3, and 4-bedroom apartments were accepted. Selected applicants were placed on the waiting list by date and time of application, by order of preferences; household income must generally be at or below 50% of the local Area Median Income.
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance, allowing housing authorities to leverage private funding for property rehabilitation while preserving long-term affordability for residents.
Status History
Deadline: Jun 26, 2026
Official Application
Contact Housing Authority of Shreveport 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.
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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 Shreveport
Check Current Status
All 5 waiting lists at Housing Authority of Shreveport 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 Shreveport, 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 $40,850/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 Housing Authority of Shreveport 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 Shreveport, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of Shreveport manages approximately 4,157 assisted housing units (4,017 Section 8, 140 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Shreveport. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of Shreveport
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of Shreveport 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 Shreveport. This program serves approximately 4,017 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 Housing Authority of Shreveport 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.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of Shreveport are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Shreveport. 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 Housing Authority of Shreveport are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of Shreveport manages approximately 140 Public Housing units in Shreveport. 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 Housing Authority of Shreveport converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Shreveport maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
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Housing Authority of Shreveport Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of Shreveport are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Shreveport-Bossier City, LA MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $40,850. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $17,150 | $28,600 | $45,750 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $32,700 | $52,300 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $36,800 | $58,850 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $40,850 | $65,350 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $44,150 | $70,600 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $47,400 | $75,850 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $50,700 | $81,050 |
| 8 Persons | $53,950 | $53,950 | $86,300 |
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 Shreveport — including across state lines.