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Housing Authority of Floyd County
Langley, Kentucky
Last Updated
22 hours ago
About Housing Authority of Floyd County
Housing Authority of Floyd County (HUD agency code KY157) is the public housing agency serving Langley, Floyd County, Kentucky. It administers 173 public housing units and 326 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 4 waiting lists at this agency, covering HCV, Mainstream, Public Housing, Section 202. As of Oct 12, 2026, 4 are open.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Floyd County, KY area. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $35,450 per year, and as Low Income at or below $56,700 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
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Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Applications are ranked by date and time received. All adult household members must be present when returning the pre-application. 75% of vouchers target incomes below 30% area median income. Online applications not completed in the WARCO office will be discarded after 15 days.
Mainstream Voucher Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Applications are ranked by date and time received; no specific program preferences were found.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Applications are ranked by date and time received. All adult household members must be present when returning the pre-application. Online applications not completed in the WARCO office will be discarded after 15 days.
Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This program is for the elderly (62 or older) or persons with disabilities; applications are ranked by date and time received.
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of Floyd County portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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 Floyd County
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of Floyd County currently has 4 open waiting lists (Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Mainstream Voucher, Public Housing, Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly). 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 Floyd County, 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
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of Floyd County portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Housing Authority of Floyd County, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of Floyd County manages approximately 499 assisted housing units (326 Section 8, 173 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Langley. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of Floyd County
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) open
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of Floyd County 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 Langley. This program serves approximately 326 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher open
Mainstream Vouchers at Housing Authority of Floyd County 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.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of Floyd County are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of Floyd County manages approximately 173 Public Housing units in Langley. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Section 202 Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly open
The Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly program at Housing Authority of Floyd County provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Langley. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Can I apply to other housing authorities while on this waitlist?
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What are the income limits for Housing Authority of Floyd County?
Housing Authority of Floyd County Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of Floyd County are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Floyd 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 Floyd County — including across state lines.