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About Lackawanna County Housing Authority
The Lackawanna County Housing Authority (PHA Code: PA038) is based in Dunmore, Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania. It manages approximately 1,998 assisted housing units, which include 862 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 1,136 Public Housing units.
The Authority administers programs such as Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), and Public Housing. Currently, all waiting lists for these programs are closed, including HCV, PBV, and Public Housing. Applicants should note that the status of waiting lists can change, as the Public Housing list has recently shifted between open and closed.
Eligibility for assistance depends on income limits. For instance, a Very Low Income family of four in the Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA MSA area has an annual income limit of $41,850. With all lists currently closed, interested individuals should monitor official announcements for any future openings.
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.
All lists are now closed.
The Housing Authority of the County of Lackawanna (HACL) waiting list for Section 8 Project Based Voucher apartments at Jessup is currently closed. Applications were last accepted from October 7, 2019, until October 21, 2019. There is no notice of when this waiting list will reopen.
1, 2, and 3 bedroom waiting lists at all locations are closed. Studio and 4 bedroom waiting lists are still open.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Lackawanna County Housing Authority directly at (570) 342-7629 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 Lackawanna County Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 3 waiting lists at Lackawanna 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 Lackawanna 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 $41,850/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 Lackawanna County Housing Authority directly at (570) 342-7629 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 Lackawanna County Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Lackawanna County Housing Authority manages approximately 1,998 assisted housing units (862 Section 8, 1,136 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Dunmore. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Lackawanna County Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Lackawanna 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 Dunmore. This program serves approximately 862 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 Lackawanna County Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Dunmore. 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 Lackawanna County Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Lackawanna County Housing Authority manages approximately 1,136 Public Housing units in Dunmore. 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 Lackawanna County Housing Authority?
Lackawanna County Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Lackawanna County Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $41,850. 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 | $17,600 | $29,300 | $46,900 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $33,500 | $53,600 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $37,700 | $60,300 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $41,850 | $66,950 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $45,200 | $72,350 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $48,550 | $77,700 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $51,900 | $83,050 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $55,250 | $88,400 |
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 Lackawanna County Housing Authority — including across state lines.