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About Piedmont Triad Regional Council
Piedmont Triad Regional Council (PHA Code: NC166) is based in Kernersville, Forsyth County, North Carolina. This housing authority administers approximately 850 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), providing rental assistance to eligible low-income families and individuals.
Please note that the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is currently closed to new applicants, and all waiting lists managed by the Piedmont Triad Regional Council are not accepting applications at this time. When lists open, eligibility typically includes specific income limits. For instance, a family of four in the Winston-Salem, NC HUD Metro FMR Area would need to have an annual income not exceeding $43,350 to qualify as Very Low Income.
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.
Preferences are given to those who are elderly, disabled, Veterans, homeless, or have dependent children.
Official Application
Contact Piedmont Triad Regional Council directly at (336) 904-0334 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 Piedmont Triad Regional Council
Check Current Status
All 1 waiting list at Piedmont Triad Regional Council 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 Piedmont Triad Regional Council, 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 $43,350/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 Piedmont Triad Regional Council directly at (336) 904-0334 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 Piedmont Triad Regional Council, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Piedmont Triad Regional Council manages approximately 850 assisted housing units (850 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Kernersville. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Piedmont Triad Regional Council
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Piedmont Triad Regional Council 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 Kernersville. This program serves approximately 850 households. 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 Piedmont Triad Regional Council?
Piedmont Triad Regional Council Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Piedmont Triad Regional Council are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Winston-Salem, NC HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $43,350. 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 | $18,200 | $30,350 | $48,550 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $34,700 | $55,500 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $39,050 | $62,450 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $43,350 | $69,350 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $46,850 | $74,900 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $50,300 | $80,450 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $53,800 | $86,000 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $57,250 | $91,550 |
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 Piedmont Triad Regional Council — including across state lines.