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About Lanagan Housing Authority
The Lanagan Housing Authority (PHA Code: MO048), located in Lanagan, McDonald County, Missouri, manages approximately 24 assisted housing units. It administers both Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) programs to provide affordable housing assistance.
Currently, the Public Housing program waitlist is open for new applications. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program waitlist is closed, a status which recently changed from unknown. For eligibility, a family of four in the McDonald County, MO area must meet the Very Low Income limit of $38,550 per year. Applicants should confirm program availability before applying.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applicants must be low-income individuals aged 18 and older; preferences may include veterans, elderly, disabled, working families, or local residents.
Other 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 waitlist for Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) is currently closed.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Lanagan Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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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 Lanagan Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Lanagan Housing Authority 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 Lanagan 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 $38,550/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
Apply directly through the official Lanagan Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf. If applying online, take a screenshot of your confirmation page for your records.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Lanagan Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Lanagan Housing Authority manages approximately 24 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Lanagan. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Lanagan Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Lanagan Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Lanagan Housing Authority manages approximately 24 Public Housing units in Lanagan. 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 Lanagan 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 Lanagan. 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 Lanagan Housing Authority?
Lanagan Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Lanagan Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for McDonald County, MO. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $38,550. 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 | $16,250 | $27,000 | $43,200 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $30,850 | $49,400 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $34,700 | $55,550 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $38,550 | $61,700 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $41,650 | $66,650 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $44,700 | $71,600 |
| 7 Persons | $47,800 | $47,800 | $76,550 |
| 8 Persons | $50,900 | $50,900 | $81,450 |
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 Lanagan Housing Authority — including across state lines.