Housing Authority of Shreveport
Shreveport, Louisiana
Last Updated
21 hours ago
About Housing Authority of Shreveport
The Housing Authority of Shreveport (PHA Code: LA002) is located in Shreveport, Caddo County, Louisiana. This authority manages approximately 4,157 assisted housing units, encompassing 4,017 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and 140 Public Housing units.
The Housing Authority of Shreveport administers several programs, including the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Mainstream, Project-Based Voucher (PBV), Public Housing, and Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) programs. All waiting lists for these programs are currently closed and are not accepting new applications. Recent updates show the Mainstream and RAD program statuses have changed from unknown to closed.
To qualify for housing assistance, applicants must meet specific income limits. For instance, the Very Low Income limit for a family of four in the Shreveport-Bossier City, LA MSA area is $40,850 per year. Potential applicants should be aware that no waiting lists are currently open.
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.
Selected applicants were placed on the waiting list by date and time of application receipt.
The Mainstream program waitlist is currently closed. This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities.
The Project-Based Voucher (PBV) waitlist is currently closed. A pre-waiting list for Bayou Grande Project-Based Voucher units opened on April 30, 2021, for 1, 2, and 3-bedroom units, with selections based on unit size, preference tier, and application date/time. Preferences were given to former residents of Naomi Jackson Heights, HACS-assisted residents at risk of displacement, and eligible households within the Choice Neighborhood boundary. Pre-applications were completed online at http://bit.ly/bayougrande or http://bayougrandeapts.com, with assistance available by phone or email. There is no cost to submit a waiting list application for PBV units.
HACS accepts Public Housing pre-applications at the program level; declining two invitations results in the application being purged.
The RAD program waitlist is currently closed.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Housing Authority of Shreveport directly at (318) 698-3600 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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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 (318) 698-3600 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 Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) 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 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 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 |
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| 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.