Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office
Fort Worth, Texas
Last Updated
21 hours ago
About Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office
The Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office, located in Fort Worth, Tarrant County, Texas (PHA Code: TX431), oversees approximately 3,308 assisted housing units. These units are primarily managed through Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers.
The office administers the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, Mainstream Vouchers, and Public Housing. Information on a Project-Based Voucher (PBV) program is currently unavailable. All waiting lists for these programs are presently closed and not accepting new applications.
For eligibility, a family of four's Very Low Income limit in the Fort Worth-Arlington, TX HUD Metro FMR Area is $53,350 per year. Applicants must meet specific income and program criteria established by HUD. Due to the current closure of all waiting lists, direct application submission is not possible at this time.
Other Programs
4 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 waitlist for the Housing Choice Voucher program is currently closed and is anticipated to remain closed for seven to eight years or longer. Placement on the waitlist does not guarantee eligibility, and applicants are contacted in writing when their number is reached; keeping contact information current is essential.
The waitlist for the Mainstream Voucher Program is currently closed.
Although the Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office provides public housing opportunities, there are no open waiting lists at this time according to their official waitlist check website.
Project-Based Vouchers are tied to specific housing units rather than following the tenant. Landlords or developers partner with the housing authority to reserve units for eligible low-income families. Unlike tenant-based HCV vouchers, PBV assistance stays with the unit if the tenant moves.
Official Application
Contact Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office directly at (817) 531-7654 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 3 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 (817) 531-7654 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
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) 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.
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.
PBV Project-Based Voucher 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Tarrant County Housing Assistance Office?
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.