Housing Authority of the City of Grafton
Grafton, West Virginia
Last Updated
20 hours ago
About Housing Authority of the City of Grafton
The Housing Authority of the City of Grafton (HACG), located in Grafton, Taylor County, West Virginia (PHA Code: WV012), manages approximately 205 assisted housing units. HACG provides housing assistance through various programs for eligible residents in its service area.
Currently, the waitlist for the Public Housing program is open for new applications. Other programs, including the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), and Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD), are closed to new applicants. The status of the Mainstream program is unknown.
Applicants for the Public Housing program must meet specific income qualifications. For instance, the very low-income limit for a family of four in the Taylor County, WV area is $36,150 per year. Prospective applicants should verify current income limits applicable to their household size.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
The HACG does not have a preference; qualified applicants are placed by date and time the application is received. Eligibility is based on annual gross income, age or disability status, and US citizenship or eligible immigration.
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.
Eligibility requires income at or below 50% of AMI, US citizenship or eligible immigration status, and Social Security Cards for all household members.
No active waitlist information is currently available for the Project-Based Voucher program.
No active waitlist information is currently available for the Rental Assistance Demonstration program.
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.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Housing Authority of the City of Grafton directly at (304) 265-1183 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 the City of Grafton
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the City of Grafton 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 the City of Grafton, 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 $36,150/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 the City of Grafton directly at (304) 265-1183 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 the City of Grafton, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Grafton manages approximately 205 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Grafton. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Grafton
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the City of Grafton are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of the City of Grafton manages approximately 205 Public Housing units in Grafton. 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 the City of Grafton 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 Grafton. 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 Housing Authority of the City of Grafton are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Grafton. 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 the City of Grafton converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Grafton maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Grafton 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Housing Authority of the City of Grafton?
Housing Authority of the City of Grafton Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Grafton are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Taylor County, WV. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $36,150. 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 | $15,650 | $25,350 | $40,500 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $28,950 | $46,300 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $32,550 | $52,100 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $36,150 | $57,850 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $39,050 | $62,500 |
| 6 Persons | $41,950 | $41,950 | $67,150 |
| 7 Persons | $44,850 | $44,850 | $71,750 |
| 8 Persons | $47,750 | $47,750 | $76,400 |
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 the City of Grafton — including across state lines.