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About Lenoir Housing Authority
The Lenoir Housing Authority (PHA Code: NC074) serves Lenoir, Caldwell County, North Carolina. This authority manages approximately 158 assisted housing units, providing essential housing assistance to eligible residents.
Currently, the Lenoir Housing Authority is accepting applications for its Public Housing program. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program waitlist is presently closed and not accepting new applications.
For applicants interested in the Public Housing program, income limits apply based on household size and area. For example, a family of four is considered Very Low Income with an annual income up to $38,800 in the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC MSA area. Applicants should verify current program availability and specific eligibility criteria before applying.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
All Public Housing Waiting Lists are currently open for various bedroom sizes, including Elderly 1 BR, 1 BR, 2 BR, 3 BR, and 4 BR units. Eligibility is based on low-income status, U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status, income limits, and criminal and rental history screening. Applicants must be 18 years or older. Required documents (birth certificates, social security cards, photo IDs for adults, income/asset verification) must be submitted within 10 business days of application. Application order may impact placement with preference priority.
View original notice — lenoirhousing.orgOther 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 Western Piedmont Council of Governments administers the Housing Choice Voucher program for Caldwell County, including Lenoir. Eligibility requires income at or below 50% of HUD area median income, U.S. citizenship or eligible immigrant status, and passing a screening process. The RHA uses a preference-scoring model with four preferences for ranking applicants.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Lenoir 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 Lenoir Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Lenoir 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 Lenoir 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 $38,800/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
Apply directly through the official Lenoir 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 Lenoir Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Lenoir Housing Authority manages approximately 158 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Lenoir. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Lenoir Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Lenoir Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Lenoir Housing Authority manages approximately 158 Public Housing units in Lenoir. 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 Lenoir 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 Lenoir. 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 Lenoir Housing Authority?
Lenoir Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Lenoir Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $38,800. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $16,350 | $27,200 | $43,500 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $31,050 | $49,700 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $34,950 | $55,900 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $38,800 | $62,100 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $41,950 | $67,100 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $45,050 | $72,050 |
| 7 Persons | $48,150 | $48,150 | $77,050 |
| 8 Persons | $51,250 | $51,250 | $82,000 |
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 Lenoir Housing Authority — including across state lines.