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Huron Metropolitian Housing Authority
Norwalk, Ohio
Last Updated
5 hours ago
About Huron Metropolitian Housing Authority
Huron Metropolitan Housing Authority (PHA Code: OH030) serves Norwalk, Huron County, Ohio. This authority manages approximately 624 assisted housing units, primarily through Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers. HMHA previously operated both the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program and Public Housing programs. All waiting lists for these housing assistance programs are currently closed.
For applicants considering future opportunities, it is important to note the income limits. For example, a Very Low Income family of four in the Huron County, OH area has an income limit of $43,550 per year. Potential applicants should regularly check for updates regarding waitlist openings.
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Other Programs
6 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 HCV waiting list is currently closed. Eligibility is based on total annual gross income and family size, limited to US citizens and specified categories of non-citizens; 75% of vouchers go to applicants whose incomes do not exceed 30% of the area median income.
The Mainstream waiting list is currently closed.
The Project-Based Voucher (PBV) waiting list is currently closed.
The Public Housing waiting list is currently closed. PHAs may establish local preferences for selecting applicants from the waiting list, such as for families who are homeless, living in substandard housing, paying more than 50% of income for rent, or involuntarily displaced.
The RAD waiting list is currently closed.
Huron Metropolitan Housing Authority also provides other programs funded through the Community Development Block Grant and Home Investment Partnership, but specific waiting list information for these programs is not currently available.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Huron Metropolitian 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 Huron Metropolitian Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 5 waiting lists at Huron Metropolitian 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 Huron Metropolitian 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 $43,550/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 Huron Metropolitian 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 Huron Metropolitian Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Huron Metropolitian Housing Authority manages approximately 624 assisted housing units (624 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Norwalk. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Huron Metropolitian Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Huron Metropolitian 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 Norwalk. This program serves approximately 624 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 Huron Metropolitian 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 Huron Metropolitian Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Norwalk. 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.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Huron Metropolitian 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Huron Metropolitian Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Norwalk maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
other closed
The other program at Huron Metropolitian Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Norwalk. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Huron Metropolitian Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Huron Metropolitian Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Huron County, OH. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $43,550. 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 | $18,350 | $30,500 | $48,800 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $34,850 | $55,800 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $39,200 | $62,750 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $43,550 | $69,700 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $47,050 | $75,300 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $50,550 | $80,900 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $54,050 | $86,450 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $57,500 | $92,050 |
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 Huron Metropolitian Housing Authority — including across state lines.