Southeastern Community Action Partnership Inc
Lumberton, North Carolina
Last Updated
20 hours ago
About Southeastern Community Action Partnership Inc
Southeastern Community Action Partnership Inc, located in Lumberton, Robeson County, North Carolina (PHA Code: NC150), administers approximately 441 assisted housing units. These units are primarily managed through the Housing Choice Voucher program, offering rental assistance to eligible low-income families in the area.
The organization offers various housing programs including the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, Mainstream vouchers, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, and RAD programs. Please note that all waiting lists for these programs are currently closed, and applications are not being accepted at this time.
Prospective applicants should be aware of income limits. For instance, a family of four must meet the Very Low Income threshold, which is currently set at $38,200 per year for the Robeson County, NC area. This information is crucial for understanding potential eligibility criteria when waiting lists eventually reopen.
Other Programs
5 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.
The Housing Choice Voucher program waiting list for Southeastern Community Action Partnership Inc. is currently closed and not scheduled to open soon.
The Public Housing waiting list for Southeastern Community Action Partnership Inc. is closed.
Mainstream Vouchers, specifically for non-elderly persons with disabilities, have no active waitlist information currently available.
Project-Based Vouchers, which are tied to specific housing units, have no active waitlist information currently available.
No active waitlist information is currently available for the Rental Assistance Demonstration program.
Status History
Deadline: Jun 26, 2025
Official Application
Contact Southeastern Community Action Partnership Inc directly at (910) 277-3535 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 Southeastern Community Action Partnership Inc
Check Current Status
All 2 waiting lists at Southeastern Community Action Partnership Inc 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 Southeastern Community Action Partnership Inc, 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 $38,200/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 Southeastern Community Action Partnership Inc directly at (910) 277-3535 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 Southeastern Community Action Partnership Inc, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Southeastern Community Action Partnership Inc manages approximately 441 assisted housing units (441 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Lumberton. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Southeastern Community Action Partnership Inc
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Southeastern Community Action Partnership Inc 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 Lumberton. This program serves approximately 441 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Southeastern Community Action Partnership Inc 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.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Southeastern Community Action Partnership Inc 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 Southeastern Community Action Partnership Inc are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Lumberton. 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 Southeastern Community Action Partnership Inc converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Lumberton maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
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Southeastern Community Action Partnership Inc Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Southeastern Community Action Partnership Inc are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Robeson County, NC. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $38,200. 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 | $16,050 | $26,750 | $42,800 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $30,600 | $48,900 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $34,400 | $55,000 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $38,200 | $61,100 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $41,300 | $66,000 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $44,350 | $70,900 |
| 7 Persons | $47,400 | $47,400 | $75,800 |
| 8 Persons | $50,450 | $50,450 | $80,700 |
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 Southeastern Community Action Partnership Inc — including across state lines.