Housing Authority of Montgomery County
Conroe, Texas
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About Housing Authority of Montgomery County
The Housing Authority of Montgomery County (HAMC), located in Conroe, Montgomery County, Texas (PHA Code: TX560), manages approximately 400 assisted housing units, primarily through Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers. This authority offers various programs designed to provide affordable housing assistance to eligible residents.
Currently, all housing programs managed by HAMC have closed waiting lists. These include the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Mainstream, Project-Based Voucher (PBV), Public Housing, and Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) programs. Both the Mainstream and RAD waiting lists recently changed status to closed, indicating no applications are being accepted at this time.
For future reference, the income limit for a family of four designated as Very Low Income in the Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX HUD Metro FMR Area is $50,550 per year. Applicants should monitor official HAMC announcements for any future changes in waitlist status.
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 waiting list is currently closed. Subscribe to be notified when it opens. Applications are assigned numbers, and a lottery is conducted when the list opens.
The Housing Authority assists very low-income families, the elderly and disabled to afford decent, safe and sanitary housing.
The Housing Authority assists very low-income families, the elderly and disabled to afford decent, safe and sanitary housing.
The waiting list is currently closed. Subscribe to be notified when it opens.
The Housing Authority assists very low-income families, the elderly and disabled to afford decent, safe and sanitary housing.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Housing Authority of Montgomery County directly at (936) 539-4984 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
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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 Housing Authority of Montgomery County
Check Current Status
All 5 waiting lists at Housing Authority of Montgomery County 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 Housing Authority of Montgomery County, 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 $50,550/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 Housing Authority of Montgomery County directly at (936) 539-4984 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 Housing Authority of Montgomery County, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of Montgomery County manages approximately 400 assisted housing units (400 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Conroe. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of Montgomery County
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of Montgomery County 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 Conroe. This program serves approximately 400 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Housing Authority of Montgomery County 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 Housing Authority of Montgomery County are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Conroe. 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 Housing Authority of Montgomery County 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Housing Authority of Montgomery County converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Conroe maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Housing Authority of Montgomery County?
Housing Authority of Montgomery County Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of Montgomery County are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $50,550. 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 | $21,250 | $35,400 | $56,650 |
| 2 Persons | $24,300 | $40,450 | $64,750 |
| 3 Persons | $27,350 | $45,500 | $72,850 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $50,550 | $80,900 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $54,600 | $87,400 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $58,650 | $93,850 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $62,700 | $100,350 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $66,750 | $106,800 |
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 Montgomery County — including across state lines.