Orange County Housing Authority
Hillsborough, North Carolina
Last Updated
20 hours ago
About Orange County Housing Authority
The Orange County Housing Authority (PHA Code: NC104), located in Hillsborough, Orange County, North Carolina, manages approximately 687 assisted housing units. These primarily consist of Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Currently, all waiting lists for the Orange County Housing Authority are closed. This includes programs such as the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, Mainstream Vouchers, RAD, VASH, and various Local Rent Supplement Programs, including OC-LRSP.
For applicants, the Very Low Income limit for a family of four in the Durham-Chapel Hill, NC HUD Metro FMR Area is $57,800 per year. Potential applicants should note that there is currently no opportunity to apply for assistance.
Other Programs
14 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.
Orange County's Housing Choice Voucher waitlist is currently closed, and no applications are being accepted at this time.
The Orange County, North Carolina Local Rent Supplement Program (OC-LRSP) waiting list was opened for one week in June 2019. Only Orange County residents with incomes at or below 50% of the area median income are eligible.
Eligibility is for Orange County residents with incomes at or below 50% of the area median income, with preferences for homeless/at risk, elderly, disabled, domestic violence survivors, and displaced individuals.
All waitlists in Hillsborough, including Mainstream, are currently closed.
The waiting list is currently closed. During its last opening, preferences included homeless/at risk of homelessness, elderly, disabled, domestic violence survivor, and displaced due to urgent community need; selected applicants were placed by random lottery with preferences. Only Orange County residents with incomes at or below 50% of area median income were eligible.
The Orange County, North Carolina Local Rent Supplement Program (OC-LRSP) waiting list is currently closed. Only Orange County residents with incomes at or below 50% of the area median income are eligible for this program.
The Orange County Local Rent Supplement Program (OC-LRSP) waiting list is currently closed; it was last open for one week in June 2019. Only Orange County residents with incomes at or below 50% of area median income are eligible, with preferences for homeless/at risk, elderly, disabled, domestic violence survivors, and displaced individuals.
All waitlists in Hillsborough, including Project-Based Vouchers, are currently closed.
All waitlists in Hillsborough, including Public Housing, are currently closed.
All waitlists in Hillsborough, including RAD, are currently closed.
All waitlists in Hillsborough, including VASH, are currently closed.
The Orange County Housing Authority Local Rent Supplement Program (OC-LRSP) waiting list is closed, and there is no notice of when it will reopen. This program is not the federal Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program, and only Orange County residents with incomes at or below 50% of area median income are eligible.
This program provides rental assistance for families where parents and children have been reunited or are at risk of separation, or for youth exiting foster care. Eligible families and youth are referred by the Social Services Agency (SSA).
This program provides rental assistance for qualified non-elderly disabled persons transitioning from nursing facilities to independent living. Eligible persons are referred by Dayle McIntosh and other partner agencies.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Orange County Housing Authority directly at (919) 245-2490 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 Orange County Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 12 waiting lists at Orange County Housing Authority 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 Orange County 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 $57,800/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 Orange County Housing Authority directly at (919) 245-2490 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 Orange County Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Orange County Housing Authority manages approximately 687 assisted housing units (687 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Hillsborough. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Orange County Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Orange County 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 Hillsborough. This program serves approximately 687 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Local Rent Supplement Program closed
The Local Rent Supplement Program program at Orange County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Hillsborough. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Local Rent Supplement Program (OC-LRSP) closed
The Local Rent Supplement Program (OC-LRSP) program at Orange County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Hillsborough. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Orange County 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.
Other (Local Rent Supplement Program - OC-LRSP) closed
The Other (Local Rent Supplement Program - OC-LRSP) program at Orange County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Hillsborough. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (Local Rent Supplement Program) closed
The Other (Local Rent Supplement Program) program at Orange County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Hillsborough. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (OC-LRSP) closed
The Other (OC-LRSP) program at Orange County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Hillsborough. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Orange County Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Hillsborough. 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.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Orange County 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Orange County Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Hillsborough maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
VASH Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing closed
The HUD-VASH program at Orange County Housing Authority combines Housing Choice Vouchers with VA supportive services for homeless veterans in Hillsborough. Referrals are made through the local VA Medical Center — contact the VA to begin the application process.
other closed
The other program at Orange County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Hillsborough. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
FUP closed
The FUP program at Orange County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Hillsborough. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
NED closed
The NED program at Orange County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Hillsborough. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
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Orange County Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Orange County Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Durham-Chapel Hill, NC HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $57,800. 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 | $24,300 | $40,500 | $64,750 |
| 2 Persons | $27,800 | $46,250 | $74,000 |
| 3 Persons | $31,250 | $52,050 | $83,250 |
| 4 Persons | $34,700 | $57,800 | $92,500 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $62,450 | $99,900 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $67,050 | $107,300 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $71,700 | $114,700 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $76,300 | $122,100 |
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 Orange County Housing Authority — including across state lines.