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About Fairmont Housing Authority
Fairmont Housing Authority, located in Fairmont, Fillmore County, Nebraska, manages approximately 20 assisted housing units. This Public Housing Authority (PHA) offers several programs, including Public Housing, Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), and Project-Based Vouchers (PBV).
Currently, the Public Housing program waitlist is open for applications. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program waitlist is closed, and the status of the Project-Based Voucher (PBV) waitlist is unknown. For a family of four seeking Very Low Income assistance in the Fillmore County, NE area, the income limit is $53,950 per year. Interested applicants should contact Fairmont Housing Authority directly for program details and to inquire about applying for the open Public Housing waitlist.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Eligibility is for those who pass a background check and are income-eligible. Rent is calculated based on income.
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.
No Section 8 vouchers are currently available.
The Fairmont Housing Authority in Nebraska offers Section 8 New Construction (Project Based) programs, but the current waiting list status for this program is not available.
Official Application
Contact Fairmont Housing Authority directly at (402) 268-2891 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 Fairmont Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Fairmont 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 Fairmont 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 $53,950/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 Fairmont Housing Authority directly at (402) 268-2891 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 Fairmont Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Fairmont Housing Authority manages approximately 20 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Fairmont. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Fairmont Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Fairmont Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Fairmont Housing Authority manages approximately 20 Public Housing units in Fairmont. 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 Fairmont 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 Fairmont. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Fairmont Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Fairmont. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Fairmont Housing Authority?
Fairmont Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Fairmont Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Fillmore County, NE. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $53,950. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $22,650 | $37,800 | $60,450 |
| 2 Persons | $25,900 | $43,200 | $69,050 |
| 3 Persons | $29,150 | $48,600 | $77,700 |
| 4 Persons | $32,350 | $53,950 | $86,300 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $58,300 | $93,250 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $62,600 | $100,150 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $66,900 | $107,050 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $71,250 | $113,950 |
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 Fairmont Housing Authority — including across state lines.