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Eastern Carolina Regional Housing Authority
Goldsboro, North Carolina
Last Updated
5 hours ago
About Eastern Carolina Regional Housing Authority
Eastern Carolina Regional Housing Authority (PHA Code: NC010) is located in Goldsboro, Wayne County, North Carolina. This authority manages approximately 735 assisted housing units, serving the local community by providing crucial housing assistance.
The authority offers various housing assistance programs, including Public Housing, Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Mainstream, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), and RAD. The waitlist for Public Housing is currently open for applications. Please note that the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) waitlist is presently closed. Information regarding the Mainstream, PBV, and RAD program waitlist statuses is not available at this time.
Applicants should be aware of the income limit for eligibility. For a Very Low Income family of four in the Goldsboro, NC MSA area, the current income limit is $38,200 per year. Prospective applicants for Public Housing should ensure they meet all eligibility criteria and current income requirements before applying.
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Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
Applications are accepted in-person on Tuesdays and Thursdays for families and senior/disabled individuals, requiring birth certificates, social security cards, proof of income, and photo IDs for all adult household members who must be present; declining two invitations 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 for this program depends on income and household size.
Eligibility for these programs depends on income and household size.
Eligibility for these programs depends on income and household size.
Eligibility for these programs depends on income and household size.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Eastern Carolina Regional Housing Authority 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 Eastern Carolina Regional Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Eastern Carolina Regional Housing Authority 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 Eastern Carolina Regional Housing Authority, 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 $38,200/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 Eastern Carolina Regional Housing Authority 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 Eastern Carolina Regional Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Eastern Carolina Regional Housing Authority manages approximately 735 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Goldsboro. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Eastern Carolina Regional Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Eastern Carolina Regional Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Eastern Carolina Regional Housing Authority manages approximately 735 Public Housing units in Goldsboro. 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 Eastern Carolina Regional Housing Authority 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 Goldsboro. 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 Eastern Carolina Regional Housing Authority 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 Eastern Carolina Regional Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Goldsboro. 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 Eastern Carolina Regional Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Goldsboro 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 Eastern Carolina Regional Housing Authority?
Eastern Carolina Regional Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Eastern Carolina Regional Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Goldsboro, NC MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $38,200. 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 | $16,050 | $26,750 | $42,800 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $30,600 | $48,900 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $34,400 | $55,000 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $38,200 | $61,100 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $41,300 | $66,000 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $44,350 | $70,900 |
| 7 Persons | $47,400 | $47,400 | $75,800 |
| 8 Persons | $50,450 | $50,450 | $80,700 |
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 Eastern Carolina Regional Housing Authority — including across state lines.