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About Excelsior Springs Housing Authority
The Excelsior Springs Housing Authority (PHA Code MO053) offers affordable housing assistance in Excelsior Springs, Clay County, Missouri. The authority manages approximately 336 assisted housing units through its Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program and Public Housing units.
Currently, the waitlists for both the Housing Choice Voucher program and the Public Housing program are open for new applications. The Authority administers 170 Housing Choice Vouchers and oversees 166 Public Housing units.
Eligibility for these programs is subject to income limits. For instance, a family of four must meet the very low-income limit of $55,700 per year for the Kansas City, MO-KS HUD Metro FMR Area.
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jan 4, 2026
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
Preferences for working families, local residents, elderly individuals, and those with disabilities.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
Preferences for working families, applicants that live and/or work in Excelsior Springs, elderly, or disabled. They offer one community with 165 units from studios to 3 bedrooms.
Official Application
Contact Excelsior Springs Housing Authority directly at (816) 630-7361 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 Excelsior Springs Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Excelsior Springs Housing Authority currently has 2 open waiting lists (HCV, Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Excelsior Springs Housing Authority, 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 $55,700/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 Excelsior Springs Housing Authority directly at (816) 630-7361 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 Excelsior Springs Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Excelsior Springs Housing Authority manages approximately 336 assisted housing units (170 Section 8, 166 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Excelsior Springs. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Excelsior Springs Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) open
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Excelsior Springs Housing Authority 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 Excelsior Springs. This program serves approximately 170 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Excelsior Springs Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Excelsior Springs Housing Authority manages approximately 166 Public Housing units in Excelsior Springs. 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 Excelsior Springs Housing Authority?
Excelsior Springs Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Excelsior Springs Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Kansas City, MO-KS HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $55,700. 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 | $23,400 | $39,000 | $62,400 |
| 2 Persons | $26,750 | $44,600 | $71,300 |
| 3 Persons | $30,100 | $50,150 | $80,200 |
| 4 Persons | $33,400 | $55,700 | $89,100 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $60,200 | $96,250 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $64,650 | $103,400 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $69,100 | $110,500 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $73,550 | $117,650 |
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 Excelsior Springs Housing Authority — including across state lines.