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About Lucas Metropolitan Housing Authority
Lucas Metropolitan Housing Authority (LMHA), located in Toledo, Lucas County, Ohio (PHA Code: OH006), provides assisted housing programs for eligible residents. LMHA manages approximately 7,414 assisted housing units. This includes 4,745 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) units and 2,669 Public Housing units.
The programs offered by LMHA include Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), and Public Housing. All waiting lists for these programs are currently closed to new applicants. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit in the Toledo, OH HUD Metro FMR Area is $47,400 per year.
Other Programs
3 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 HCV Waitlist is Closed.
The Lucas Metropolitan Housing Authority Section 8 Project-Based Voucher waiting list is closed.
The waiting list last accepted applications from October 16, 2023, to October 18, 2023.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Lucas Metropolitan Housing Authority directly at (419) 259-9439 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 Lucas Metropolitan Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 3 waiting lists at Lucas Metropolitan 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 Lucas Metropolitan 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 $47,400/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 Lucas Metropolitan Housing Authority directly at (419) 259-9439 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 Lucas Metropolitan Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Lucas Metropolitan Housing Authority manages approximately 7,414 assisted housing units (4,745 Section 8, 2,669 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Toledo. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Lucas Metropolitan Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Lucas Metropolitan 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 Toledo. This program serves approximately 4,745 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Lucas Metropolitan Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Toledo. 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 Lucas Metropolitan Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Lucas Metropolitan Housing Authority manages approximately 2,669 Public Housing units in Toledo. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Lucas Metropolitan Housing Authority?
Lucas Metropolitan Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Lucas Metropolitan Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Toledo, OH HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $47,400. 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 | $19,950 | $33,200 | $53,100 |
| 2 Persons | $22,800 | $37,950 | $60,700 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $42,700 | $68,300 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $47,400 | $75,850 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $51,200 | $81,950 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $54,950 | $88,000 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $58,800 | $94,100 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $62,550 | $100,150 |
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 Lucas Metropolitan Housing Authority — including across state lines.