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Dallas County Housing Assistance Program
Dallas, Texas
Last Updated
18 hours ago
About Dallas County Housing Assistance Program
The Dallas County Housing Assistance Program, located in Dallas, Dallas County, Texas (PHA Code TX559), provides housing assistance within Dallas County. This authority manages approximately 4,596 assisted housing units, specifically 4,596 Housing Choice Vouchers, to support residents with affordable housing.
Currently, all waiting lists for the Dallas County Housing Assistance Program are closed to new applications. The authority administers various housing programs, including the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, Emergency Rental Assistance, Family Self-Sufficiency, Mainstream, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, and RAD programs.
For potential applicants, the Very Low Income limit for a family of four in the Dallas, TX HUD Metro FMR Area is $58,650 per year. Please note that no applications are being accepted at this time for any of their housing programs.
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Other Programs Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jan 25, 2021
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The Dallas County Emergency Rental Assistance/Welfare Program is currently accepting pre-screening applications via online or phone for short-term rental assistance to eligible disabled indigent residents of Dallas County; applications are processed through a lottery system and assistance is limited to six months.
Emergency Housing Assistance
Status
open
How to Apply
Online, Phone
Additional Notes
This program provides rental, mortgage, and utility assistance for Dallas County residents residing outside the City of Dallas, who are impacted by COVID-19 and have household income at or below 80% AMI. Applications are processed through a lottery system after pre-screening.
Other Programs
8 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 waiting list for the Housing Choice Voucher program is currently closed. It last opened in March 2019.
Mainstream housing programs administered by Dallas County Housing Assistance Program currently have closed waiting lists.
The Dallas County Emergency Housing Assistance Program, which provided COVID-19 related rental and mortgage assistance, is now closed.
Project-Based Voucher programs administered by Dallas County Housing Assistance Program currently have closed waiting lists.
The Dallas County Housing Agency manages 0 public housing units and therefore does not offer a Public Housing program.
RAD programs administered by Dallas County Housing Assistance Program currently have closed waiting lists.
The County's Emergency Rental Assistance/Welfare Program provides short-term rental assistance to the disabled indigent who do not yet receive social security, workers compensation or other disability benefits. For more information about this program, please call 214.819.2000.
Contact the Family Self-Sufficiency Program Coordinator at (214) 819-1871 for more information.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Dallas County Housing Assistance Program portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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 Dallas County Housing Assistance Program
Check Current Status
Dallas County Housing Assistance Program currently has 2 open waiting lists (Other Programs). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Dallas County Housing Assistance Program, 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 $58,650/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 Dallas County Housing Assistance Program portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Dallas County Housing Assistance Program, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Dallas County Housing Assistance Program manages approximately 4,596 assisted housing units (4,596 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Dallas. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Dallas County Housing Assistance Program
Other Other Programs open
The Other Programs program at Dallas County Housing Assistance Program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Dallas. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Dallas County Housing Assistance Program 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 Dallas. This program serves approximately 4,596 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 Dallas County Housing Assistance Program 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 (PBV) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Dallas County Housing Assistance Program are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Dallas. 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 Dallas County Housing Assistance Program 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 (RAD) closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Dallas County Housing Assistance Program converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Dallas maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Emergency Rental Emergency Rental Assistance closed
The Emergency Rental Assistance program at Dallas County Housing Assistance Program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Dallas. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
FSS Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) closed
The Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) program at Dallas County Housing Assistance Program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Dallas. 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 Dallas County Housing Assistance Program?
Dallas County Housing Assistance Program Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Dallas County Housing Assistance Program are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Dallas, TX HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $58,650. 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 | $24,650 | $41,100 | $65,700 |
| 2 Persons | $28,200 | $46,950 | $75,100 |
| 3 Persons | $31,700 | $52,800 | $84,500 |
| 4 Persons | $35,200 | $58,650 | $93,850 |
| 5 Persons | $38,050 | $63,350 | $101,400 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $68,050 | $108,900 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $72,750 | $116,400 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $77,450 | $123,900 |
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 Dallas County Housing Assistance Program — including across state lines.