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About Housing Authority of Henrietta
The Housing Authority of Henrietta (PHA Code: TX082) serves Henrietta in Clay County, Texas. This agency manages approximately 42 assisted housing units, aiming to provide affordable housing options to eligible low-income individuals and families in the area.
Currently, the Public Housing program waitlist is open for new applications. Please note that the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program waitlist is presently closed to new applicants.
Eligibility for Public Housing is subject to income limits for the Wichita Falls, TX MSA area. For example, a family of four is considered Very Low Income if their household income does not exceed $44,450 per year. Prospective applicants should contact the Housing Authority of Henrietta directly for detailed eligibility criteria and current application procedures.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Applicants must reside in the service area and meet income requirements. Families with children, elderly applicants, and disabled individuals may receive priority placement. Wait times vary from 6 months to over 5 years.
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.
No active waitlist information is currently available. Families with children, elderly applicants, and disabled individuals may receive priority placement. Must reside in the service area and meet income requirements.
Mainstream Vouchers provide rental assistance specifically for non-elderly persons with disabilities. The program helps individuals transition out of institutional settings or avoid institutionalization by subsidizing housing costs in the private market.
No active waitlist information currently available for Project-Based Vouchers. Families with children, elderly applicants, and disabled individuals may receive priority placement.
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance, allowing housing authorities to leverage private funding for property rehabilitation while preserving long-term affordability for residents.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Housing Authority of Henrietta directly at (940) 538-4252 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 Housing Authority of Henrietta
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of Henrietta currently has 1 open waiting list (Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Housing Authority of Henrietta, 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 $44,450/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 Henrietta directly at (940) 538-4252 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 Henrietta, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of Henrietta manages approximately 42 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Henrietta. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of Henrietta
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of Henrietta are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of Henrietta manages approximately 42 Public Housing units in Henrietta. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of Henrietta 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 Henrietta. 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 Henrietta 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 Henrietta are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Henrietta. 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 Housing Authority of Henrietta converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Henrietta maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Can I apply to other housing authorities while on this waitlist?
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What are the income limits for Housing Authority of Henrietta?
Housing Authority of Henrietta Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of Henrietta are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Wichita Falls, TX MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $44,450. 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 | $18,700 | $31,100 | $49,800 |
| 2 Persons | $21,350 | $35,600 | $56,900 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $40,000 | $64,000 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $44,450 | $71,100 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $48,050 | $76,800 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $51,600 | $82,500 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $55,150 | $88,200 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $58,700 | $93,900 |
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 Housing Authority of Henrietta — including across state lines.