About This Property
Cottages At the Power Centre offers 125 units of affordable housing in Lake Charles, serving families with a mix that includes one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans. The property contains 87 low-income units and has been in service since 2011. It is financed through 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Housing Authority of Lake Charles
When previously open, pre-applications were picked up and hand-delivered to the HALC office. Qualified applicants were placed by the date and time the pre-application was received, with no stated preferences.
The waiting list was last open for five days in July 2017. When open, preferences were given to working, elderly, and disabled applicants, placed by date and time received.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 29, 2026
Property Details
Income Limits - Calcasieu County, LA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $13,600
- Very Low (50%)
- $22,650
- Low (80%)
- $36,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $25,900
- Low (80%)
- $41,400
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,150
- Low (80%)
- $46,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $32,350
- Low (80%)
- $51,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $34,950
- Low (80%)
- $55,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $37,550
- Low (80%)
- $60,050
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $40,150
- Low (80%)
- $64,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $42,750
- Very Low (50%)
- $42,750
- Low (80%)
- $68,350
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $13,600 | $22,650 | $36,250 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $25,900 | $41,400 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $29,150 | $46,600 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $32,350 | $51,750 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $34,950 | $55,900 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $37,550 | $60,050 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $40,150 | $64,200 |
| 8 Persons | $42,750 | $42,750 | $68,350 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What size apartments are available at Cottages At the Power Centre?+
Cottages At the Power Centre offers the following unit types: 1 Two-Bedroom units, for a total of 125 units.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Calcasieu County, LA?+
For a 4-person household in Calcasieu County, LA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $32,350, Low Income (80% AMI): $51,750. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Who manages Cottages At the Power Centre?+
Cottages At the Power Centre is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
Who is eligible to live at Cottages At the Power Centre?+
Cottages At the Power Centre primarily serves families, Family/Special Needs. All applicants must also meet income eligibility requirements for the area. Contact the property for specific eligibility criteria.
How do I apply for housing at Cottages At the Power Centre?+
Cottages At the Power Centre is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. Contact the property to learn about availability and application requirements. Eligibility is based on income limits set for the area.
Is there a waitlist for Cottages At the Power Centre?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.
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