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About Luce County Housing Commission
Luce County Housing Commission (PHA Code: MI132) is a housing authority located in Newberry, Luce County, Michigan. It manages approximately 113 assisted housing units, primarily delivered through the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program.
The Commission operates several key programs, including Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Mainstream Vouchers, and Public Housing. It also engages with Project-Based Vouchers (PBV) and the Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) initiative.
All waiting lists for Luce County Housing Commission are currently closed and not accepting new applications across all programs, including HCV, Mainstream, and Public Housing. For a family of four in the Luce County, MI area, the Very Low Income limit is $40,950 per year. Interested individuals should regularly check for announcements regarding future waitlist openings.
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.
Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) provide rental assistance that tenants can use in the private market. The voucher covers a portion of rent, with tenants typically paying 30% of their adjusted gross income. Participants can choose any housing that meets program requirements.
No active waitlist information currently available.
No active waitlist information currently available.
No active waitlist information currently available for this program.
No active waitlist information currently available for this program.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Luce County Housing Commission directly at (906) 293-5988 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 Luce County Housing Commission
Check Current Status
All 3 waiting lists at Luce County Housing Commission 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 Luce County 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 $40,950/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 Luce County Housing Commission directly at (906) 293-5988 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 Luce County Housing Commission, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Luce County Housing Commission manages approximately 113 assisted housing units (113 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Newberry. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Luce County Housing Commission
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Luce County 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 Newberry. This program serves approximately 113 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 Luce County Housing Commission 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.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Luce County Housing Commission 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.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Luce County Housing Commission are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Newberry. 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Luce County Housing Commission converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Newberry 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 Luce County Housing Commission?
Luce County Housing Commission Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Luce County Housing Commission are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Luce County, MI. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $40,950. 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 | $17,200 | $28,700 | $45,850 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $32,800 | $52,400 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $36,900 | $58,950 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $40,950 | $65,500 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $44,250 | $70,750 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $47,550 | $76,000 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $50,800 | $81,250 |
| 8 Persons | $54,100 | $54,100 | $86,500 |
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 Luce County Housing Commission — including across state lines.