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About Accomack-Northampton Regional Housing Authority
The Accomack-Northampton Regional Housing Authority (PHA Code: VA040), located in Accomac, Accomack County, Virginia, manages approximately 570 assisted housing units. These include 570 Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) that support affordable housing for eligible residents.
The Authority offers several programs, specifically the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), and Public Housing. It is important to note that all waiting lists for these programs are currently closed. This status includes HCV, PBV, and Public Housing, with recent updates confirming their closed status.
Eligibility for programs, when lists are open, is based on income. For example, a very low-income family of four in the Accomack County, VA area would typically have an income limit of $39,300 per year. Interested individuals should be aware that no applications are being accepted at this time due to all lists being closed.
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.
Applications are available at 23372 Front Street, Accomac, Virginia. Incomplete applications are rejected and no complete applications are accepted after a Waiting List officially closes. There is no schedule to open any Waiting List. HUD requires all persons to be pulled from the waiting list and offered a voucher prior to opening a new Waiting List.
The first step is to check the status of the Waiting List for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program and/or the Project Based Properties. If the Waiting List is closed, you cannot apply for the program. Applications will be available at 23372 Front Street, Accomac, Virginia and must be completed and returned along with any required information before the published closing of the Waiting List.
The first step is to check the status of the Waiting List for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program and/or the Project Based Properties. If the Waiting List is closed, you cannot apply for the program. Applications will be available at 23372 Front Street, Accomac, Virginia and must be completed and returned along with any required information before the published closing of the Waiting List.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Accomack-Northampton Regional Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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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 Accomack-Northampton Regional Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 3 waiting lists at Accomack-Northampton Regional 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 Accomack-Northampton Regional 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 $39,300/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
Apply directly through the official Accomack-Northampton Regional Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf. If applying online, take a screenshot of your confirmation page for your records.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Accomack-Northampton Regional Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Accomack-Northampton Regional Housing Authority manages approximately 570 assisted housing units (570 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Accomac. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Accomack-Northampton Regional Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Accomack-Northampton Regional 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 Accomac. This program serves approximately 570 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Accomack-Northampton Regional Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Accomac. 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 Accomack-Northampton Regional 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Accomack-Northampton Regional Housing Authority?
Accomack-Northampton Regional Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Accomack-Northampton Regional Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Accomack County, VA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $39,300. 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 | $16,550 | $27,550 | $44,050 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $31,450 | $50,350 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $35,400 | $56,650 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $39,300 | $62,900 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $42,450 | $67,950 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $45,600 | $73,000 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $48,750 | $78,000 |
| 8 Persons | $51,900 | $51,900 | $83,050 |
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 Accomack-Northampton Regional Housing Authority — including across state lines.