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Lansing Housing Commission
Lansing, Michigan
Last Updated
7 hours ago
About Lansing Housing Commission
The Lansing Housing Commission, located in Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan (PHA Code: MI058), oversees approximately 2,320 assisted housing units. This portfolio consists of 2,252 Housing Choice Vouchers and 68 Public Housing units.
Currently, the waitlist for the Project-Based Voucher (PBV) program is open. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) and Public Housing waitlists, previously closed, are now listed as opening soon. The RAD program waitlist remains closed.
For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for the Lansing-East Lansing, MI MSA area is $50,400 per year. Prospective applicants should monitor for announcements regarding the specific dates when the HCV and Public Housing waitlists will begin accepting applications.
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11 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 program waiting list is currently closed, and the Lansing Housing Commission has not determined when it will re-open. Public notice will be given when the waitlist reopens.
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.
The Project-Based Voucher program waitlist is currently closed. Preferences may be given to applicants who live or work in Lansing, East Lansing, Haslett, Dewitt, Okemos, Holt, Grand Ledge, Williamston, Charlotte or Potterville. Applications are subject to a random lottery.
No waitlist information currently available for this program.
The Permanent Supportive Housing waitlist is closed.
Applicants must apply on LHC’s website when the waitlist is open. The Lansing Housing Commission does not accept applications at its main Administrative Office. LHC will conduct a criminal, credit and landlord background screening.
The Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) program waitlist is closed.
The Shelter Plus Care waitlist is closed.
The Shelter Plus Care Program provides rental assistance for hard-to-serve homeless persons with disabilities in connection with supportive services funded from sources outside the program.
The Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH) waitlist is closed.
No active waitlist information currently available.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Lansing Housing Commission 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
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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 Lansing Housing Commission
Check Current Status
All 10 waiting lists at Lansing Housing Commission are currently closed. Lists typically open with short notice — sometimes as little as 48 hours. The status at the top of this page is updated nightly.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Lansing Housing Commission, 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 $50,400/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 Lansing Housing Commission 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 Lansing Housing Commission, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Lansing Housing Commission manages approximately 2,320 assisted housing units (2,252 Section 8, 68 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Lansing. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Lansing Housing Commission
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Lansing Housing Commission 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 Lansing. This program serves approximately 2,252 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 Lansing Housing Commission 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 Lansing Housing Commission are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Lansing. 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.
PSH closed
The PSH program at Lansing Housing Commission provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lansing. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Permanent Supportive Housing closed
The Permanent Supportive Housing program at Lansing Housing Commission provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lansing. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Lansing Housing Commission are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Lansing Housing Commission manages approximately 68 Public Housing units in Lansing. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Lansing Housing Commission converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Lansing maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Shelter Plus Care closed
The Shelter Plus Care program at Lansing Housing Commission provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lansing. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Shelter Plus Care Program closed
The Shelter Plus Care Program program at Lansing Housing Commission provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lansing. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
VASH Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing closed
The HUD-VASH program at Lansing Housing Commission combines Housing Choice Vouchers with VA supportive services for homeless veterans in Lansing. Referrals are made through the local VA Medical Center — contact the VA to begin the application process.
Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) closed
The Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) program at Lansing Housing Commission provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lansing. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
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Lansing Housing Commission Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Lansing Housing Commission are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Lansing-East Lansing, MI MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $50,400. 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 | $21,200 | $35,300 | $56,500 |
| 2 Persons | $24,200 | $40,350 | $64,550 |
| 3 Persons | $27,250 | $45,350 | $72,600 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $50,400 | $80,650 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $54,450 | $87,150 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $58,450 | $93,600 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $62,500 | $100,050 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $66,550 | $106,500 |
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 Lansing Housing Commission — including across state lines.