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Pembina County Housing Authority
Cavalier, North Dakota
Last Updated
5 hours ago
About Pembina County Housing Authority
Pembina County Housing Authority (PHA Code ND044) is located in Cavalier, Pembina County, North Dakota. This authority manages approximately 181 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and also administers a Public Housing program.
Currently, all waiting lists for both the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) and Public Housing programs are closed and not accepting applications. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit in the Pembina County, ND area is $52,200 per year.
The status of the Public Housing waitlist has recently been updated to closed, reflecting previous changes from an open or unknown status. All programs are currently unavailable for new applicants.
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Other Programs
5 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.
When open, preferences included families of federally declared disasters who are Section 8 voucher holders or public housing residents in another jurisdiction, and residents of North Dakota; applicants were placed by date and time of application, weighed by preferences.
No specific details on application method or preferences were found for the Public Housing program's waitlist at this time.
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 Pembina County 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.
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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 Pembina County Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 2 waiting lists at Pembina County Housing Authority 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 Pembina County 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 $52,200/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 Pembina County 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 Pembina County Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Pembina County Housing Authority manages approximately 181 assisted housing units (181 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Cavalier. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Pembina County Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Pembina County 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 Cavalier. This program serves approximately 181 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Pembina County Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Pembina County 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 Pembina County Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Cavalier. 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 Pembina County Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Cavalier maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Pembina County Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Pembina County Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Pembina County, ND. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $52,200. 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 |
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| 1 Person | $21,950 | $36,550 | $58,450 |
| 2 Persons | $25,050 | $41,800 | $66,800 |
| 3 Persons | $28,200 | $47,000 | $75,150 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $52,200 | $83,500 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $56,400 | $90,200 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $60,600 | $96,900 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $64,750 | $103,550 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $68,950 | $110,250 |
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 Pembina County Housing Authority — including across state lines.