Housing Authority of the County of Lycoming
Williamsport, Pennsylvania
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About Housing Authority of the County of Lycoming
Housing Authority of the County of Lycoming (HUD agency code PA021) is the public housing agency serving Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania. It administers 463 public housing units and 685 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 3 waiting lists at this agency, covering Public Housing, HCV, PBV. As of Oct 4, 2026, 1 is open and 2 are closed.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Williamsport, PA MSA. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $43,900 per year, and as Low Income at or below $70,250 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 18 status changes at this agency, most recently on Jun 12, 2026. Always confirm current status with the agency directly before applying.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jun 11, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applicants must meet income limits; preferences include elderly, disabled, or families with children, displaced, veteran, county resident, employed, or those with less than 50% of median income.
Other Programs
2 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.
When last open, preferences included displaced, veteran, county resident, disabled, employed, and those with less than 50% of median income.
When last open, preferences included displaced by natural disaster, live, work, or attend school locally, veterans, and disabled.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the County of Lycoming portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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 Housing Authority of the County of Lycoming
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the County of Lycoming 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 Housing Authority of the County of Lycoming, 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 $43,900/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 Housing Authority of the County of Lycoming portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Housing Authority of the County of Lycoming, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the County of Lycoming manages approximately 1,148 assisted housing units (685 Section 8, 463 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Williamsport. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the County of Lycoming
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the County of Lycoming are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of the County of Lycoming manages approximately 463 Public Housing units in Williamsport. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the County of Lycoming 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 Williamsport. This program serves approximately 685 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the County of Lycoming are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Williamsport. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Housing Authority of the County of Lycoming?
Housing Authority of the County of Lycoming Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the County of Lycoming are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Williamsport, PA MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $43,900. 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 | $18,450 | $30,750 | $49,200 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $35,150 | $56,200 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $39,550 | $63,250 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $43,900 | $70,250 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $47,450 | $75,900 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $50,950 | $81,500 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $54,450 | $87,150 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $57,950 | $92,750 |
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 Housing Authority of the County of Lycoming — including across state lines.