Grant County Housing Authority
Petersburg, West Virginia
Last Updated
20 hours ago
About Grant County Housing Authority
Grant County Housing Authority (HUD agency code WV034) is the public housing agency serving Petersburg, Grant County, West Virginia. It administers 64 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 7 waiting lists at this agency, covering HCV, Other, Public Housing, Mainstream, PBV, RAD. As of May 28, 2026, 3 are open and 1 is closed. Status is unconfirmed for 3 further lists.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Grant County, WV area. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $40,000 per year, and as Low Income at or below $64,000 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 8 status changes at this agency, most recently on Oct 5, 2026.
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
Eligibility for the Housing Choice Voucher program depends on annual gross income, age or disability status, and US citizenship or eligible immigration; at least 75% of new recipients must be extremely low-income (under 30% AMI).
Other Programs Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
This program includes various assistance types like transitional, emergency, rapid rehousing, and rent assistance, with some eligibility requiring residency in Grant County and being unhoused or owing past-due rent.
Regular Rentals
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
The Grant County Housing Authority is currently accepting applications for its Regular Rentals program.
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 Public Housing is currently closed.
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.
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.
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 Grant County Housing Authority directly 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 Grant County Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Grant County Housing Authority currently has 3 open waiting lists (Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Other Programs). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Grant County 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 $40,000/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 Grant County Housing Authority directly at 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 Grant County Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Grant County Housing Authority manages approximately 64 assisted housing units (64 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Petersburg. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Grant County Housing Authority
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) open
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Grant County 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 Petersburg. This program serves approximately 64 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Other Other Programs open
The Other Programs program at Grant County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Petersburg. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Grant County 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 Grant County 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 (PBV) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Grant County Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Petersburg. 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 (RAD) closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Grant County Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Petersburg maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Grant County Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Grant County Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Grant County, WV. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $40,000. 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 | $16,800 | $28,000 | $44,800 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $32,000 | $51,200 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $36,000 | $57,600 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $40,000 | $64,000 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $43,200 | $69,150 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $46,400 | $74,250 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $49,600 | $79,400 |
| 8 Persons | $52,800 | $52,800 | $84,500 |
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 Grant County Housing Authority — including across state lines.