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About Menominee Housing Commission
The Menominee Housing Commission (PHA Code: MI087) serves Menominee, Menominee County, Michigan. This housing authority manages approximately 206 assisted housing units. These units are comprised of 142 Public Housing units and 64 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV).
Currently, the Public Housing waitlist is open for new applications, while the Housing Choice Voucher program waitlist is closed. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit to qualify for assistance in Menominee County is $41,500 per year. The status of the Housing Choice Voucher waitlist has fluctuated between open and closed previously, so interested parties should monitor for future openings.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The Menominee Housing Commission is currently accepting pre-applications for its Public Housing waiting list for families and senior/disabled individuals. Rent is based on income. No specific preferences were noted.
View original notice — menomineehousingcommission.comOther 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 Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) administers the Housing Choice Voucher program for Menominee County. Preferences when open included county residents (living or working in the county), Michigan residents, and a head of household, co-head, or spouse with a disability; a lottery system is used.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Menominee Housing Commission directly at (906) 863-8717 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 Menominee Housing Commission
Check Current Status
Menominee 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 Menominee 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 $41,500/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 Menominee Housing Commission directly at (906) 863-8717 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 Menominee Housing Commission, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Menominee Housing Commission manages approximately 206 assisted housing units (64 Section 8, 142 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Menominee. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Menominee Housing Commission
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Menominee Housing Commission are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Menominee Housing Commission manages approximately 142 Public Housing units in Menominee. 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 Menominee 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 Menominee. This program serves approximately 64 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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What are the income limits for Menominee Housing Commission?
Menominee Housing Commission Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Menominee Housing Commission are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Menominee County, MI. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $41,500. 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 | $17,450 | $29,050 | $46,500 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $33,200 | $53,150 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $37,350 | $59,800 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $41,500 | $66,400 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $44,850 | $71,750 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $48,150 | $77,050 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $51,500 | $82,350 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $54,800 | $87,650 |
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 Menominee Housing Commission — including across state lines.