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About Town of White Castle
The Town of White Castle PHA (LA266) provides housing assistance within White Castle, Iberville County, Louisiana. This public housing authority administers approximately 14 assisted housing units across its programs, which include both Public Housing and Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV).
Currently, the Public Housing program is open and accepting new applications. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit in the Iberville Parish, LA HUD Metro FMR Area is $39,500 per year. Applicants for Public Housing must meet this and other eligibility criteria. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, which provides rental assistance, is presently closed to new applications.
Those interested in applying for Public Housing should directly contact the Town of White Castle PHA for detailed application procedures and requirements.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
The Housing Authority of the Town of White Castle does not have a preference; qualified applicants are placed by the date and time the pre-application is received. Pre-applications are accepted in-person at the HATWC office from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm, the 15th through the 29th of each month.
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.
The waiting list for the Town of White Castle (PHA Code LA266), located at 32535 Bowie Street, White Castle, LA, is currently closed for its Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Town of White Castle directly at (225) 344-7187 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 Town of White Castle
Check Current Status
Town of White Castle currently has 1 open waiting list (Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Town of White Castle, 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 $39,500/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 Town of White Castle directly at (225) 344-7187 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 Town of White Castle, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Town of White Castle manages approximately 14 assisted housing units (14 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in White Castle. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Town of White Castle
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Town of White Castle 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 Town of White Castle 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 White Castle. This program serves approximately 14 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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Can I apply to other housing authorities while on this waitlist?
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What are the income limits for Town of White Castle?
Town of White Castle Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Town of White Castle are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Iberville Parish, LA HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $39,500. 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 | $16,600 | $27,650 | $44,250 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $31,600 | $50,600 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $35,550 | $56,900 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $39,500 | $63,200 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $42,700 | $68,300 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $45,850 | $73,350 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $49,000 | $78,400 |
| 8 Persons | $52,150 | $52,150 | $83,450 |
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 Town of White Castle — including across state lines.