Donna Housing Authority
Donna, Texas
Last Updated
5 days ago
About Donna Housing Authority
Donna Housing Authority (HUD agency code TX177) is the public housing agency serving Donna, Hidalgo County, Texas. It administers 184 public housing units and 300 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 3 waiting lists at this agency, covering HCV, PBV, Public Housing. As of Jul 26, 2026, all 3 tracked lists are closed to new applications.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX MSA. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $39,700 per year, and as Low Income at or below $63,500 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 14 status changes at this agency, most recently on May 2, 2026.
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.
Eligibility is determined by total annual gross income and family size, limited to US citizens and eligible non-citizens, with 75% of vouchers allocated to applicants whose incomes do not exceed 30% of the area median income.
Applicants for Project-Based Voucher Units are selected from the same waiting list as the Housing Choice Voucher program.
Eligibility is based on income, family composition (elderly, disabled, family), U.S. citizenship, or eligible immigration status; references are checked, and applications are typically accepted for 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom units when open.
Status History
Deadline: Apr 30, 2026
Deadline: Apr 30, 2026
Deadline: Apr 30, 2026
Deadline: Apr 30, 2026
Deadline: Apr 30, 2026
Deadline: Apr 30, 2026
Official Application
Contact Donna Housing Authority directly 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 Donna Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 3 waiting lists at Donna 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 Donna 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 $39,700/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 Donna Housing Authority directly at 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 Donna Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Donna Housing Authority manages approximately 484 assisted housing units (300 Section 8, 184 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Donna. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Donna Housing Authority
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Donna 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 Donna. This program serves approximately 300 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 Donna Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Donna. 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 Donna Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Donna Housing Authority manages approximately 184 Public Housing units in Donna. 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 Donna Housing Authority?
Donna Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Donna Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $39,700. 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 | $16,700 | $27,800 | $44,450 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $31,800 | $50,800 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $35,750 | $57,150 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $39,700 | $63,500 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $42,900 | $68,600 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $46,100 | $73,700 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $49,250 | $78,750 |
| 8 Persons | $52,450 | $52,450 | $83,850 |
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 Donna Housing Authority — including across state lines.