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Open: Columbus Housing Authority Section 8 Voucher

The Columbus Nebraska Housing Authority Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program waiting list is open and accepting applications.

To apply, you must either go the the Columbus Housing Authority office at 2554 40th Avenue, Columbus, NE or call for an application to be mailed to you.  The phone number to call to request a Section 8 application is 402-564-1131.

Applications are accepted on paper only and must include a photo ID for all household members over the age of 18 and a copy of the Social Security card of the head of household.

You can find more details on the Columbus Nebraska Housing Authority Section 8 program on their website here:  http://www.columbushousingauthority.com/Section%208/default.html.

Reasonable Accommodation

Applicants who need help completing the application due to disability can make a reasonable accommodation request to the housing authority via (402)564-1131.

Next Steps

Learn more about what happens after the application is submitted.

Last Updated on 02/23/2024.

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Open: Columbus Housing Authority Public Housing

The Columbus Housing Authority (CHA) is currently accepting Public Housing waiting list pre-applications for general occupancy.


Please note: This waiting list has preferences. This means that applicants who qualify for these preferences will receive assistance before applicants who do not. Because of these preferences, applicants who do not qualify may have a longer wait to receive assistance.



The CHA offers one Public Housing community with 84 units for general occupancy, ranging in size from 1 to 2 bedrooms. Please only apply if your family composition can fit into one of these units.


There are two ways to apply:

  1. Visit the CHA office to pick up a pre-application, located at 2554 40th Ave., Columbus, Nebraska 68601, from 8:00 am until 12:00 pm; and 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm CT.
  2. Request to have a pre-application mailed to you by calling (402) 564-1131 from 8:00 am until 12:00 pm; and 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm.

Once the application has been completed, it can be mailed or hand delivered to the address listed above.


Be sure to include these documents with the pre-application: Social Security Cards for all household members, and photo IDs for all adult household members.


The CHA does have a preference for elderly and disabled applicants.


Important note: Applicants who have been placed on the waiting list must inform the housing authority immediately if your application information changes (such as contact information, income, and household members). In the case that the office sends a notice that does not get returned, or if application information is out of date, your name may be terminated from the waiting list. Contact the housing authority to find out how to update application information.


For more information, visit the CHA website, or call the office at (402) 564-1131 from 8:00 am until 12:00 pm; and 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm.
Reasonable Accommodation

Applicants who need help completing the application due to disability can make a reasonable accommodation request to the housing authority via (402)564-1131.

Next Steps

Learn more about what happens after the application is submitted.

Last Updated on 02/23/2024.

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About Columbus Housing Authority

2554 40th Avenue, Columbus, NE | Visit Website | (402) 564-1131

Columbus Housing Authority provides affordable housing for up to 200 low and moderate income households through its Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) and Public Housing programs..

Housing Authority Jurisdiction

Low-income housing managed by Columbus Housing Authority is located in Columbus, NE.

Households with a Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher managed by this housing authority must rent within its jurisdiction.