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About Northwest Regional Housing Authority
The Northwest Regional Housing Authority, located in Harrison, Boone County, Arkansas, manages approximately 804 assisted housing units. This includes 746 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) units and 58 Public Housing units, providing affordable housing opportunities to eligible low-income families and individuals in its service area.
Currently, the waitlist for the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is open for new applications. The waitlist for the Public Housing program is presently closed. For potential applicants, the very low-income limit for a family of four in the Boone County, AR area is $37,500 per year. Applicants for the HCV program must meet this and other program-specific eligibility criteria.
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Eligibility is for very low-income families, the elderly, and the disabled, with 75% of vouchers provided to applicants whose incomes do not exceed 30% of the area median income.
Other Programs
1 programThese 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.
Placement on the waiting list is based on application date and time, with preferences for extremely low-income applicants and potentially for veterans, elderly, disabled, working families, or local residents.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Northwest Regional Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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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 Northwest Regional Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Northwest Regional 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 Northwest 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 $37,500/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 Northwest 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 Northwest Regional Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Northwest Regional Housing Authority manages approximately 804 assisted housing units (746 Section 8, 58 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Harrison. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Northwest Regional Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) open
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Northwest 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 Harrison. This program serves approximately 746 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Northwest Regional Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Northwest Regional Housing Authority manages approximately 58 Public Housing units in Harrison. 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 Northwest Regional Housing Authority?
Northwest Regional Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Northwest Regional Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Boone County, AR. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $37,500. 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 |
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| 1 Person | $15,750 | $26,250 | $42,000 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $30,000 | $48,000 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $33,750 | $54,000 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $37,500 | $60,000 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $40,500 | $64,800 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $43,500 | $69,600 |
| 7 Persons | $46,500 | $46,500 | $74,400 |
| 8 Persons | $49,500 | $49,500 | $79,200 |
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 Northwest Regional Housing Authority — including across state lines.