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Fayette County Housing Authority
Uniontown, Pennsylvania
Last Updated
6 hours ago
About Fayette County Housing Authority
The Fayette County Housing Authority (PHA Code: PA015) is situated in Uniontown, Fayette County, Pennsylvania. This agency oversees approximately 2,324 assisted housing units. This total comprises 1,178 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and 1,146 Public Housing units.
Currently, the Fayette County Housing Authority has open waitlists for specific programs. These include the Homeownership Voucher program, Public Housing, and a specific property waitlist for Campbell Estates. Other programs, such as the general Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) and Property-Based Vouchers (PBV), are currently closed to new applications.
For a family of four, the very low income limit for the Pittsburgh, PA HUD Metro FMR Area is $53,650 per year. Prospective applicants should verify current eligibility criteria for programs offered by the Fayette County Housing Authority.
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Homeownership Voucher Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
This program is open for current Section 8 Rental Tenants who have been on the program for at least one year. Applicants must also be employed full-time for one year, making at least $14,500 annually, or be receiving SSI Benefits. The waiting list currently has approximately 60 Section 8 Tenants. To apply, interested individuals should call 724-434-2102.
Homeownership Voucher Program Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
This program is for current Section 8 Rental Tenants who have been on the program for at least one year, are employed full-time for one year making at least $14,500 annually, or are receiving SSI Benefits.
Other Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
This Homeownership Voucher Program is for current Section 8 Rental Tenants for at least one year, employed full-time for one year making at least $14,500 annually, or receiving SSI Benefits. The waiting list has approximately 60 Section 8 Tenants.
Other (Homeownership Voucher) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
This program is open for current Section 8 Rental Tenants who have been on the program for at least one year, are employed full-time for one year making at least $14,500 annually, or are receiving SSI Benefits. To apply, interested individuals should call 724-434-2102.
Other (Homeownership) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
Available for current Section 8 tenants who have been on the program for at least one year, are employed full-time for one year, and earn at least $14,500 annually or receive SSI Benefits.
Other (Specific Property - Campbell Estates) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online (interest list)
Additional Notes
Applications are not accepted directly at the Fayette County Housing Authority; an interest list is available online, and applications will be mailed to individuals on the interest list approximately 120 days prior to occupancy.
Other: Specific Property - Campbell Estates Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online interest list, then mail
Additional Notes
Applicants can submit information to be added to an interest list online; applications will be mailed approximately 120 days prior to occupancy, and placement on the waitlist is based on when the application is returned.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Oct 22, 2018
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Preferences include Victims of Domestic Violence, Displaced by Government Action, and Veterans living in Fayette County. Credit and criminal checks are required for all household members 18 years of age or older; rent will not exceed 30% of income, and a $120.00 Security Deposit is required at move-in. Applicants may select up to three specific sites for housing. Applications can be printed and dropped off at the Tenant Selection Office, mailed to the Tenant Selection Department, requested by phone at 724-434-2118, or filled out in-person at the FCHA office Monday-Thursday between 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM.
Specific Property Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This refers to the Campbell Estates property. Applicants are placed on the waitlist based upon when the application is returned; applications will be mailed approximately 120 days prior to occupancy.
Specific Property - Campbell Estates Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
An online interest list is available via the FCHA website. All units are Tax Credit (income restricted) and Subsidized (rent based on income). Phase 1 includes 1, 2, and 3 bedroom units.
Specific Property - Campbell Estates Interest List Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Submit information online to be added to an interest list; applications for the actual waitlist will be mailed approximately 120 days prior to occupancy to those on the interest list.
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.
Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) provide rental assistance that tenants can use in the private market. The voucher covers a portion of rent, with tenants typically paying 30% of their adjusted gross income. Participants can choose any housing that meets program requirements.
Applications for Campbell Estates are not accepted directly by the Fayette County Housing Authority. An online interest list is available, and applications will be mailed to individuals on the interest list approximately 120 days prior to occupancy.
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.
Applications for Campbell Estates are not accepted at the Fayette County Housing Authority directly. Individuals can submit information online to be added to an interest list, and applications will be mailed approximately 120 days prior to occupancy.
An interest list is currently open for Campbell Estates, which offers Tax Credit (income restricted) and Subsidized (rent is based on income) 1, 2, and 3-bedroom units. Applications for residency will be mailed to individuals on the interest list approximately 120 days prior to occupancy.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Fayette County Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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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 Fayette County Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Fayette County Housing Authority currently has 11 open waiting lists (Homeownership Voucher, Homeownership Voucher Program, Other, Other (Homeownership Voucher), Other (Homeownership), Other (Specific Property - Campbell Estates), Other: Specific Property - Campbell Estates, Public Housing, Specific Property, Specific Property - Campbell Estates, Specific Property - Campbell Estates Interest List). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Fayette 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 $53,650/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 Fayette County Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Fayette County Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Fayette County Housing Authority manages approximately 2,324 assisted housing units (1,178 Section 8, 1,146 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Uniontown. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Fayette County Housing Authority
Homeownership Voucher open
The Homeownership Voucher program at Fayette County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Uniontown. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Homeownership Voucher Program open
The Homeownership Voucher Program program at Fayette County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Uniontown. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other open
The Other program at Fayette County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Uniontown. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (Homeownership Voucher) open
The Other (Homeownership Voucher) program at Fayette County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Uniontown. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (Homeownership) open
The Other (Homeownership) program at Fayette County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Uniontown. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (Specific Property - Campbell Estates) open
The Other (Specific Property - Campbell Estates) program at Fayette County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Uniontown. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other: Specific Property - Campbell Estates open
The Other: Specific Property - Campbell Estates program at Fayette County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Uniontown. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Fayette County Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Fayette County Housing Authority manages approximately 1,146 Public Housing units in Uniontown. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Specific Property open
The Specific Property program at Fayette County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Uniontown. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Specific Property - Campbell Estates open
The Specific Property - Campbell Estates program at Fayette County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Uniontown. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Specific Property - Campbell Estates Interest List open
The Specific Property - Campbell Estates Interest List program at Fayette County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Uniontown. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Fayette 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 Uniontown. This program serves approximately 1,178 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Other (Campbell Estates) closed
The Other (Campbell Estates) program at Fayette County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Uniontown. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Fayette County Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Uniontown. 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.
Property-Based (Campbell Estates) closed
The Property-Based (Campbell Estates) program at Fayette County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Uniontown. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Specific Property (Campbell Estates) closed
The Specific Property (Campbell Estates) program at Fayette County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Uniontown. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Fayette County Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Fayette County Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Pittsburgh, PA HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $53,650. 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 | $22,550 | $37,600 | $60,100 |
| 2 Persons | $25,800 | $42,950 | $68,700 |
| 3 Persons | $29,000 | $48,300 | $77,300 |
| 4 Persons | $32,200 | $53,650 | $85,850 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $57,950 | $92,750 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $62,250 | $99,600 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $66,550 | $106,500 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $70,850 | $113,350 |
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 Fayette County Housing Authority — including across state lines.