Richland County Housing Authority
Richland Center, Wisconsin
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About Richland County Housing Authority
The Richland County Housing Authority (PHA Code: WI256) is located in Richland Center, Richland County, Wisconsin. This authority manages approximately 221 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), which provide rental assistance to eligible low-income individuals and families. Currently, the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is open for applications.
Applicants for the HCV program should be aware that the Very Low Income limit for a family of four in the Richland County, WI area is $46,400 per year. While the HCV program is open, the Mainstream and Project-Based Voucher (PBV) programs are currently closed. The status of Public Housing and RAD programs managed by this authority is unknown. Potential applicants are encouraged to verify current program availability and specific eligibility criteria directly.
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Status
open
Additional Notes
The Richland County Housing Authority (RCHA) accepts applications for the Housing Choice Voucher Program on an ongoing basis with applicants selected from our housing software generated waiting list.
View original notice — richlandhousing.orgOther 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 for the Mainstream program.
No active waitlist information is currently available for the Project-Based Voucher program.
Richland County Housing Authority does not offer a family Public Housing program.
No active waitlist information currently available for the Rental Assistance Demonstration program.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Richland County Housing Authority directly at (608) 647-3214 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 Richland County Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Richland County Housing Authority currently has 1 open waiting list (HCV). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Richland 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 $46,400/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 Richland County Housing Authority directly at (608) 647-3214 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 Richland County Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Richland County Housing Authority manages approximately 221 assisted housing units (221 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Richland Center. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Richland County Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) open
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Richland 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 Richland Center. This program serves approximately 221 households. 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 Richland 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 closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Richland County Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Richland Center. 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 Richland 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Richland County Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Richland Center 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 Richland County Housing Authority?
Richland County Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Richland County Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Richland County, WI. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $46,400. 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 | $19,500 | $32,500 | $52,000 |
| 2 Persons | $22,300 | $37,150 | $59,400 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $41,800 | $66,850 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $46,400 | $74,250 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $50,150 | $80,200 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $53,850 | $86,150 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $57,550 | $92,100 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $61,250 | $98,050 |
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 Richland County Housing Authority — including across state lines.