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Housing Authority of New Orleans

Name: Housing Authority of New Orleans
Address: 4100 Touro St, New Orleans, LA, 70122, US
Telephone: 5046703300

4100 Touro St, New Orleans, LA, 70122

Information verified August 21, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 23 hr ago

About This Property

The Housing Authority of New Orleans operates 20,324 public housing units throughout Orleans County. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 waitlist are currently open for applicants. The authority provides rental assistance and housing options to eligible residents in the New Orleans area.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Online (My Housing website) or In-person at Public Housing Communities

Waiting list opening is announced through public notice, local newspaper ads, community stakeholders, and HANO's web page. Site managers manage individual waiting lists.

Last verified March 8, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Online (My Housing account for updates)

The HCVP waiting list is closed. Applications were accepted in November 2022. Approximately 20,000 families are on the waiting list. HANO is currently serving over 17,000 families.

Last verified February 18, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated August 20, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

20324

Income Limits - Orleans County, LA

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $14,750
Very Low (50%): $24,550
Low (80%): $39,300

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $28,050
Low (80%): $44,900

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $31,550
Low (80%): $50,500

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $35,050
Low (80%): $56,100

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $37,900
Low (80%): $60,600

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $40,700
Low (80%): $65,100

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $43,500
Low (80%): $69,600

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $46,300
Low (80%): $74,100

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$14,750	$24,550	$39,300
2 Persons	$17,420	$28,050	$44,900
3 Persons	$21,960	$31,550	$50,500
4 Persons	$26,500	$35,050	$56,100
5 Persons	$31,040	$37,900	$60,600
6 Persons	$35,580	$40,700	$65,100
7 Persons	$40,120	$43,500	$69,600
8 Persons	$44,660	$46,300	$74,100

Frequently Asked Questions

How many units does Housing Authority of New Orleans have?+

Housing Authority of New Orleans has a total of 20324 housing units.

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

For a 4-person household in Orleans County, LA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $35,050, Low Income (80% AMI): $56,100. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of New Orleans?+

Housing Authority of New Orleans is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 5046703300, 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.

Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of New Orleans?+

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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