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About Housing Authority of Hazard
The Housing Authority of Hazard, located in Hazard, Perry County, Kentucky (PHA Code: KY024), provides vital affordable housing assistance to its community. This authority manages approximately 269 assisted housing units.
For applicants, the Housing Authority of Hazard is currently accepting applications for its Public Housing program. Please note that the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program waitlist is presently closed. For eligibility, a family of four applying for Public Housing must meet the Very Low Income limit, which is $35,450 per year for the Perry County, KY area. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply for the open Public Housing waitlist.
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Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
The waiting list is open until further notice for families and senior/disabled households, offering 1 to 5 bedroom units. Applicants must pick up pre-applications in person at 100 Campbell St, Hazard, KY, and schedule an appointment by phone to submit them. Declining two invitations to apply will purge the application from the waitlist.
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 is based on income (generally below 50% of Area Median Income), family size, and citizenship status.
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 Housing Authority of Hazard 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 Housing Authority of Hazard
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of Hazard 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 Hazard, 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 $35,450/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 Hazard 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 Housing Authority of Hazard, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of Hazard manages approximately 269 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Hazard. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of Hazard
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of Hazard are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of Hazard manages approximately 269 Public Housing units in Hazard. 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 Hazard 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 Hazard. 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 Housing Authority of Hazard 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 Housing Authority of Hazard are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Hazard. 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 Hazard converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Hazard 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 Housing Authority of Hazard?
Housing Authority of Hazard Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of Hazard are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Perry County, KY. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $35,450. 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 | $24,850 | $39,700 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $28,400 | $45,400 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $31,950 | $51,050 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $35,450 | $56,700 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $38,300 | $61,250 |
| 6 Persons | $41,150 | $41,150 | $65,800 |
| 7 Persons | $44,000 | $44,000 | $70,350 |
| 8 Persons | $46,800 | $46,800 | $74,850 |
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 Hazard — including across state lines.