Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office
Fort Worth, Texas
Last Updated
22 hours ago
About Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office
Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office (HUD agency code TX431) is the public housing agency serving Fort Worth, Tarrant County, Texas. It administers 3,308 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 10 waiting lists at this agency, covering FUP, FYI, HCV, Mainstream, NED, Other, PBV, Public Housing, RAD, VASH. As of Jul 16, 2026, all 10 tracked lists are closed to new applications.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Fort Worth-Arlington, TX HUD Metro FMR Area. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $53,350 per year, and as Low Income at or below $85,350 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 2 status changes at this agency, most recently on Jul 16, 2026. Always confirm current status with the agency directly before applying.
Other Programs
10 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 Family Unification Program (FUP) waitlist is closed.
The Foster Youth Initiative (FYI) waitlist is closed.
The waitlist for Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) and the Mainstream Voucher Program is currently closed. Preferences include elderly, disabled, and Tarrant County residents. Applicants were placed on the waiting list by date and time the application was received, by order of preferences.
The Wait List for the Mainstream Voucher Program is currently closed.
The Non-Elderly Disabled (NED) waitlist is closed.
The Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH) program requires an eligibility determination by the VA and a subsequent housing referral to the PHA.
Information on a Project-Based Voucher (PBV) program is currently unavailable, and all waiting lists for programs administered by this office are presently closed.
The Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office, which administers public housing, has its general waiting list closed.
The RAD waitlist was tracked as changing from unknown to closed on July 16, 2026.
The Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH) waitlist is closed.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office 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 Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office
Check Current Status
All 10 waiting lists at Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office 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 Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office, 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 $53,350/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 Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office 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 Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office manages approximately 3,308 assisted housing units (3,308 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Fort Worth. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office
FUP Family Unification Program (FUP) closed
The Family Unification Program (FUP) program at Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Fort Worth. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
FYI Foster Youth to Independence (FYI) closed
The Foster Youth to Independence (FYI) program at Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Fort Worth. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office 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 Fort Worth. This program serves approximately 3,308 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 Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office 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.
NED Non-Elderly Disabled (NED) Voucher closed
The Non-Elderly Disabled (NED) Voucher program at Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Fort Worth. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Other Programs closed
The Other Programs program at Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Fort Worth. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Fort Worth. 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 Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office 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 (RAD) closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Fort Worth maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
VASH Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH) closed
The HUD-VASH program at Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office combines Housing Choice Vouchers with VA supportive services for homeless veterans in Fort Worth. Referrals are made through the local VA Medical Center — contact the VA to begin the application process.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Fort Worth-Arlington, TX HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $53,350. 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 | $22,400 | $37,350 | $59,750 |
| 2 Persons | $25,600 | $42,700 | $68,300 |
| 3 Persons | $28,800 | $48,050 | $76,850 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $53,350 | $85,350 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $57,650 | $92,200 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $61,900 | $99,050 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $66,200 | $105,850 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $70,450 | $112,700 |
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 Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office — including across state lines.