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About Garland Housing Authority
The Garland Housing Authority (PHA Code: TX435) is located in Garland, Dallas County, Texas. This authority manages approximately 1,570 assisted housing units, specifically through Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Garland Housing Authority administers programs such as the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program and Public Housing. All waiting lists for these programs, and any others offered by the authority, are currently closed to new applications.
For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit in the Dallas, TX HUD Metro FMR Area is $58,650 per year. Applicants must meet specific income guidelines to be eligible when lists reopen.
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 Garland Housing Agency Waiting List is closed at this time. If you have applied for the program and want to see your position on the waiting list, you can go to the wait list website and check your status.
The waiting list for Public Housing programs is currently closed.
Waitlist status is pending and no active waitlist information is currently available.
Waitlist status is pending and no active waitlist information is currently available.
Waitlist status is pending and no active waitlist information is currently available.
Official Application
Contact Garland Housing Authority directly at (972) 205-3391 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 Garland Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 2 waiting lists at Garland 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 Garland 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 $58,650/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 Garland Housing Authority directly at (972) 205-3391 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 Garland Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Garland Housing Authority manages approximately 1,570 assisted housing units (1,570 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Garland. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Garland Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Garland 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 Garland. This program serves approximately 1,570 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Garland Housing Authority 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.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Garland Housing Authority 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 Garland Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Garland. 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Garland Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Garland 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 Garland Housing Authority?
Garland Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Garland Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Dallas, TX HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $58,650. 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 |
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| 1 Person | $24,650 | $41,100 | $65,700 |
| 2 Persons | $28,200 | $46,950 | $75,100 |
| 3 Persons | $31,700 | $52,800 | $84,500 |
| 4 Persons | $35,200 | $58,650 | $93,850 |
| 5 Persons | $38,050 | $63,350 | $101,400 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $68,050 | $108,900 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $72,750 | $116,400 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $77,450 | $123,900 |
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 Garland Housing Authority — including across state lines.