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Housing Authority of the City of Lafayette

115 Kattie Dr, Lafayette, LA, 70501

Information verified April 18, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 23 hr ago

About This Property

Housing Authority of the City of Lafayette operates 2,535 units of public housing in Lafayette, LA. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The authority provides rental assistance and housing options to eligible residents in Lafayette County.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

The public housing waitlist previously opened on January 15, 2025, accepting the first 500 online applications.

Last verified March 6, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Opened May 9, 2022

Closed May 11, 2022

Apply: Online

The Tenant-Based Voucher (Section 8) waitlist is currently closed. The last application period in May 2022 accepted online applications chosen by lottery. The Lafayette Housing Authority utilizes a preference system for qualifying applicants.

Last verified February 19, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated April 17, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

2535

Income Limits - Lafayette County, LA

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $14,350
Very Low (50%): $23,950
Low (80%): $38,300

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $27,400
Low (80%): $43,800

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $30,800
Low (80%): $49,250

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $34,200
Low (80%): $54,700

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $36,950
Low (80%): $59,100

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $39,700
Low (80%): $63,500

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $42,450
Low (80%): $67,850

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $45,150
Low (80%): $72,250

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$14,350	$23,950	$38,300
2 Persons	$17,420	$27,400	$43,800
3 Persons	$21,960	$30,800	$49,250
4 Persons	$26,500	$34,200	$54,700
5 Persons	$31,040	$36,950	$59,100
6 Persons	$35,580	$39,700	$63,500
7 Persons	$40,120	$42,450	$67,850
8 Persons	$44,660	$45,150	$72,250

Frequently Asked Questions

How many units does Housing Authority of the City of Lafayette have?+

Housing Authority of the City of Lafayette has a total of 2535 housing units.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Lafayette County, LA?+

For a 4-person household in Lafayette County, LA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $34,200, Low Income (80% AMI): $54,700. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of the City of Lafayette?+

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.

How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of the City of Lafayette?+

Housing Authority of the City of Lafayette is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 3372331327, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.

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