Crawford County Public Facilities Board
Van Buren, Arkansas
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About Crawford County Public Facilities Board
Crawford County Public Facilities Board, located in Van Buren, Crawford County, Arkansas (PHA Code: AR194), administers housing assistance programs. The Board manages an estimated 432 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Currently, the waitlist for the Public Housing program is open for new applications. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, which provides rental assistance, is presently closed. For applicants interested in the Public Housing program, a Very Low Income family of four in the Fort Smith, AR-OK MSA area must not exceed an annual income limit of $36,300.
Applicants should directly contact the Crawford County Public Facilities Board for detailed application procedures and current eligibility requirements for the open Public Housing program.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 17, 2026
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
Income must be below 50% of the median for the county. Preferences may include veterans, elderly, disabled, working families, or local residents.
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 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program waiting lists for Crawford County Public Facilities Board are not currently accepting new applications.
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 Crawford County Public Facilities Board directly at (479) 474-0512 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 Crawford County Public Facilities Board
Check Current Status
Crawford County Public Facilities Board 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 Crawford County Public Facilities Board, 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 $36,300/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
Contact Crawford County Public Facilities Board directly at (479) 474-0512 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 Crawford County Public Facilities Board, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Crawford County Public Facilities Board manages approximately 432 assisted housing units (432 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Van Buren. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Crawford County Public Facilities Board
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Crawford County Public Facilities Board 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.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Crawford County Public Facilities Board 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 Van Buren. This program serves approximately 432 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 Crawford County Public Facilities Board 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 Crawford County Public Facilities Board are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Van Buren. 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 Crawford County Public Facilities Board converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Van Buren 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 Crawford County Public Facilities Board?
Crawford County Public Facilities Board Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Crawford County Public Facilities Board are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Fort Smith, AR-OK MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $36,300. 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 | $15,650 | $25,450 | $40,700 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $29,050 | $46,500 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $32,700 | $52,300 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $36,300 | $58,100 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $39,250 | $62,750 |
| 6 Persons | $42,150 | $42,150 | $67,400 |
| 7 Persons | $45,050 | $45,050 | $72,050 |
| 8 Persons | $47,950 | $47,950 | $76,700 |
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 Crawford County Public Facilities Board — including across state lines.