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Housing Authority of the City of Bossier City
Bossier City, Louisiana
Last Updated
20 hours ago
About Housing Authority of the City of Bossier City
Housing Authority of the City of Bossier City (HUD agency code LA042) is the public housing agency serving Bossier City, Bossier Parish, Louisiana. It administers 437 public housing units.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 5 waiting lists at this agency, covering Public Housing, HCV, Mainstream, PBV, RAD. As of Aug 16, 2026, 1 is open and 4 are closed.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Shreveport-Bossier City, LA MSA. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $40,850 per year, and as Low Income at or below $65,350 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 7 status changes at this agency, most recently on Oct 14, 2026.
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Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Oct 22, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Accepting online applications for one-bedroom public housing units reserved for elderly residents (age 62 or older). Applications are ranked by submission date and time.
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 Section 8 (HCV) waiting list is currently closed and not scheduled to open anytime soon.
Waitlist details for Mainstream Voucher programs are generally reported as closed.
Waitlist details for Project-Based Voucher programs are generally reported as closed.
Waitlist details for Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) programs are generally reported as closed.
Status History
Deadline: Oct 23, 2026
Deadline: Mar 17, 2026
Official Application
Contact Housing Authority of the City of Bossier City 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 the City of Bossier City
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the City of Bossier City 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 the City of Bossier City, 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 $40,850/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 the City of Bossier City 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 the City of Bossier City, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Bossier City manages approximately 437 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Bossier City. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Bossier City
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the City of Bossier City are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of the City of Bossier City manages approximately 437 Public Housing units in Bossier City. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties. The application window closes on October 23, 2026.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City of Bossier City 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 Bossier City. 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 the City of Bossier City 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 (PBV) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Bossier City are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Bossier City. 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 (RAD) closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Housing Authority of the City of Bossier City converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Bossier City 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 the City of Bossier City?
Housing Authority of the City of Bossier City Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Bossier City are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Shreveport-Bossier City, LA MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $40,850. 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 | $17,150 | $28,600 | $45,750 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $32,700 | $52,300 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $36,800 | $58,850 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $40,850 | $65,350 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $44,150 | $70,600 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $47,400 | $75,850 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $50,700 | $81,050 |
| 8 Persons | $53,950 | $53,950 | $86,300 |
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 the City of Bossier City — including across state lines.