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About Franklin Parish Police Jury
The Franklin Parish Police Jury (PHA Code: LA229) is a housing authority located in Winnsboro, Franklin County, Louisiana. This authority primarily administers housing assistance programs for its community. It currently manages approximately 16 assisted housing units through the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program. The status of any Public Housing programs administered by this authority is unknown.
All waiting lists for housing assistance managed by the Franklin Parish Police Jury are currently closed. Recent activity indicates the HCV program's waiting list specifically changed from an unknown status to closed. For applicants, an example income limit for a family of four considered Very Low Income in the Franklin Parish, LA area is $32,400 per year. Applicants must meet program-specific income eligibility requirements when waitlists are open.
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 waiting list for Franklin Parish Police Jury's Housing Choice Voucher program is currently closed.
No current waiting list information found for the Franklin Parish Police Jury housing authority (PHA code: LA229) in Winnsboro, LA. Franklin Parish Police Jury provides affordable housing through public housing programs.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Franklin Parish Police Jury directly at (318) 435-9429 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 Franklin Parish Police Jury
Check Current Status
All 1 waiting list at Franklin Parish Police Jury 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 Franklin Parish Police Jury, 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 $32,400/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 Franklin Parish Police Jury directly at (318) 435-9429 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 Franklin Parish Police Jury, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Franklin Parish Police Jury manages approximately 16 assisted housing units (16 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Winnsboro. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Franklin Parish Police Jury
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Franklin Parish Police Jury 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 Winnsboro. This program serves approximately 16 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 Franklin Parish Police Jury 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 Franklin Parish Police Jury?
Franklin Parish Police Jury Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Franklin Parish Police Jury are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Franklin Parish, LA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $32,400. 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 | $15,650 | $22,700 | $36,300 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $25,950 | $41,500 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $29,200 | $46,700 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $32,400 | $51,850 |
| 5 Persons | $35,000 | $35,000 | $56,000 |
| 6 Persons | $37,600 | $37,600 | $60,150 |
| 7 Persons | $40,200 | $40,200 | $64,300 |
| 8 Persons | $42,800 | $42,800 | $68,450 |
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 Franklin Parish Police Jury — including across state lines.