Town of East Spencer Housing Authority
East Spencer, North Carolina
Last Updated
20 hours ago
About Town of East Spencer Housing Authority
The Town of East Spencer Housing Authority (PHA Code: NC134) in East Spencer, Rowan County, North Carolina, manages assisted housing programs. Its Public Housing program is currently open for applications. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, which covers approximately 243 Section 8 vouchers, is currently closed to new applicants.
For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for Rowan County, NC, is $43,850 per year. The status of other programs, including Mainstream, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), and Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD), is currently unknown. Prospective applicants should contact the authority directly for the most current information regarding eligibility and application procedures for the Public Housing program.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
Contact the Housing Authority at (704) 637-2284 to confirm the current status and for application information. Families with children, elderly applicants, and disabled individuals may receive priority placement.
Other Programs
4 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.
Wait times for the Section 8 program can range from 6 months to over 5 years, with priority placement potentially given to families with children, elderly applicants, and disabled individuals.
No current waitlist information available for Mainstream Vouchers, which assist non-elderly persons with disabilities.
No current waitlist information available for Project-Based Vouchers.
No current waitlist information available for the Rental Assistance Demonstration program.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Town of East Spencer Housing Authority directly at (704) 637-2284 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 Town of East Spencer Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Town of East Spencer 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 Town of East Spencer 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 $43,850/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 Town of East Spencer Housing Authority directly at (704) 637-2284 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 Town of East Spencer Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Town of East Spencer Housing Authority manages approximately 243 assisted housing units (243 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in East Spencer. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Town of East Spencer Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Town of East Spencer Housing Authority 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.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Town of East Spencer 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 East Spencer. This program serves approximately 243 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 Town of East Spencer Housing Authority 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.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Town of East Spencer Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in East Spencer. 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 Town of East Spencer Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in East Spencer 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 Town of East Spencer Housing Authority?
Town of East Spencer Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Town of East Spencer Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Rowan County, NC HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $43,850. 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 | $18,450 | $30,700 | $49,150 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $35,100 | $56,150 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $39,450 | $63,150 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $43,850 | $70,150 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $47,400 | $75,800 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $50,900 | $81,400 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $54,350 | $87,000 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $57,850 | $92,600 |
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 Town of East Spencer Housing Authority — including across state lines.