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Highland Metropolitian Housing Authority
Washington Ch, Ohio
Last Updated
6 hours ago
About Highland Metropolitian Housing Authority
Highland Metropolitan Housing Authority (PHA Code: OH086) serves Washington CH and Fayette County, Ohio. This authority manages approximately 144 assisted housing units, primarily utilizing Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV).
Currently, all waiting lists for Highland Metropolitan Housing Authority programs are closed. This includes programs for Disabled, Disabled Housing Voucher, Disabled Waiting List, FUP, HCV, Other, and Public Housing. Recent activity shows that both Public Housing and HCV lists have transitioned from previously open or unknown statuses to closed.
For applicants in the Fayette County, OH area, the Very Low Income limit for a family of four is set at $42,600 per year. Potential applicants should note there are no open application periods at this time.
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Disabled Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jul 1, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applicants must be between 18-61 years old and considered disabled by a physician or receiving Social Security Disability and/or SSI.
Disabled Waiting List Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jul 1, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applicants must be between 18-61 years old and considered disabled by a physician or receiving Social Security Disability/SSI.
Family Unification Program (FUP) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jul 1, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applicants must have children under the age of 18 in their household.
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jul 1, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applicants must be income eligible. Preferences are given to those disabled by a physician or receiving Social Security Disability and/or SSI, and for FUP (families with children under 18).
Other Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applicants must have children under the age of 18 in their household. Income eligibility is required. Applicants must keep the Housing Authority updated on changes to address, family size, and income.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jul 1, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The Public Housing waiting list reopened for applications online for both Fayette and Highland counties.
Other Programs
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.
Preference is given to individuals disabled by a physician or receiving Social Security Disability and/or SSI.
Waiting lists for disabled individuals, including 'Disabled,' 'Disabled Housing Voucher,' and 'Disabled Waiting List,' are currently closed. To qualify for some assistance, individuals must be disabled by a physician or receiving Social Security Disability and/or SSI.
All waiting lists for Highland Metropolitan Housing Authority were closed effective September 15, 2025, due to HUD guidelines regarding waiting list length. Programs previously offered assistance for disabled individuals between 18-61 years old receiving Social Security Disability and/or SSI.
This waiting list for Highland County is currently closed. Applicants must be between 18-61 years old and considered disabled by a physician or receiving Social Security Disability/SSI.
All waitlists, including Mainstream, for Washington CH, OH are currently closed.
All waitlists, including Project-Based Voucher (PBV), for Washington CH, OH are currently closed.
All waitlists, including Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD), for Washington CH, OH are currently closed.
All waiting lists for Terminally Ill programs were closed effective September 15, 2025. Preference is for those considered Terminally Ill by a Physician.
All waiting lists for Highland Metropolitan Housing Authority were closed effective September 15, 2025, due to HUD guidelines regarding waiting list length. Past programs offered a preference for individuals considered terminally ill by a physician.
All waiting lists for Veteran programs were closed effective September 15, 2025. Preference is for veterans or their current spouse (or widow of a spouse).
All waiting lists for Highland Metropolitan Housing Authority were closed effective September 15, 2025, due to HUD guidelines regarding waiting list length. Past programs offered a preference for veterans or their spouses.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Highland Metropolitian Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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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 Highland Metropolitian Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Highland Metropolitian Housing Authority currently has 6 open waiting lists (Disabled, Disabled Waiting List, FUP, HCV, Other, Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Highland 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 $42,600/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
Apply directly through the official Highland Metropolitian Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Highland Metropolitian Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Highland Metropolitian Housing Authority manages approximately 144 assisted housing units (144 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Washington Ch. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Highland Metropolitian Housing Authority
Disabled open
The Disabled program at Highland Metropolitian Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Washington Ch. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Disabled Waiting List open
The Disabled Waiting List program at Highland Metropolitian Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Washington Ch. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
FUP open
The FUP program at Highland Metropolitian Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Washington Ch. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) open
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Highland 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 Washington Ch. This program serves approximately 144 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Other open
The Other program at Highland Metropolitian Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Washington Ch. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Highland 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.
Disabled Housing closed
The Disabled Housing program at Highland Metropolitian Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Washington Ch. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Disabled Housing Voucher closed
The Disabled Housing Voucher program at Highland Metropolitian Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Washington Ch. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Disabled Program closed
The Disabled Program program at Highland Metropolitian Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Washington Ch. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Disabled Waiting List (Highland County) closed
The Disabled Waiting List (Highland County) program at Highland Metropolitian Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Washington Ch. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Highland 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 Highland Metropolitian Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Washington Ch. 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 Highland Metropolitian Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Washington Ch maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Terminally Ill closed
The Terminally Ill program at Highland Metropolitian Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Washington Ch. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Terminally Ill Waiting List closed
The Terminally Ill Waiting List program at Highland Metropolitian Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Washington Ch. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Veteran closed
The Veteran program at Highland Metropolitian Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Washington Ch. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Veteran Waiting List closed
The Veteran Waiting List program at Highland Metropolitian Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Washington Ch. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Highland Metropolitian Housing Authority?
Highland Metropolitian Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Highland Metropolitian Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Fayette County, OH. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $42,600. 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 | $17,900 | $29,850 | $47,750 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $34,100 | $54,550 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $38,350 | $61,350 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $42,600 | $68,150 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $46,050 | $73,650 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $49,450 | $79,100 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $52,850 | $84,550 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $56,250 | $90,000 |
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 Highland Metropolitian Housing Authority — including across state lines.