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About Highland Park Housing Commission
The Highland Park Housing Commission (PHA Code MI105) serves Highland Park, Wayne County, Michigan. This housing authority manages approximately 38 assisted housing units.
The Commission offers several housing programs. Currently, the Public Housing waitlist is open for new applications. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program waitlist is presently closed, as is the Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) program waitlist. Recent changes indicate both the HCV and RAD waitlists have moved from an unknown status to closed.
Applicants for Public Housing should be aware of income restrictions. For example, a family of four seeking Very Low Income housing in the Detroit-Warren-Livonia, MI HUD Metro FMR Area must have an annual income no higher than $50,500.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
Pre-applications are currently being accepted for senior/disabled individuals. Preferences are given to homeless, veteran, or disabled applicants.
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 Highland Park Housing Commission provides Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher programs, but the waitlist is currently closed for applications.
The Highland Park Housing Commission is undergoing a HUD Streamlined Voluntary Conversion process for RAD, which will retain project-based rental assistance for existing units; there is no open application period for new applicants.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Highland Park Housing Commission directly at (313) 868-4500 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 Highland Park Housing Commission
Check Current Status
Highland Park Housing Commission 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 Highland Park Housing Commission, 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 $50,500/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 Highland Park Housing Commission directly at (313) 868-4500 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 Highland Park Housing Commission, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Highland Park Housing Commission manages approximately 38 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Highland Park. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Highland Park Housing Commission
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Highland Park Housing Commission are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Highland Park Housing Commission manages approximately 38 Public Housing units in Highland Park. 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 Highland Park Housing Commission 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 Highland Park. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Highland Park Housing Commission converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Highland Park maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Highland Park Housing Commission?
Highland Park Housing Commission Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Highland Park Housing Commission are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Detroit-Warren-Livonia, MI HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $50,500. 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 | $21,250 | $35,350 | $56,600 |
| 2 Persons | $24,250 | $40,400 | $64,650 |
| 3 Persons | $27,300 | $45,450 | $72,750 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $50,500 | $80,800 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $54,550 | $87,300 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $58,600 | $93,750 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $62,650 | $100,200 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $66,700 | $106,700 |
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 Highland Park Housing Commission — including across state lines.