Section 8 Waiting Lists in Louisiana

As of July 21st, 2023, there are 5 Section 8 waiting lists that are open now, opening soon, or always open in Louisiana.

To apply to an open Section 8 waiting list in Louisiana, you need to submit a Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) application to the respective housing authority that has an open waiting list. Here are the waiting lists with their respective openings:

• The Housing Authority of Oakdale Section 8 waiting list is open until further notice from the housing authority.
• The Housing Authority of the City of Sulphur Section 8 waiting list is open until further notice from the housing authority.
• The Housing Authority of the City of Natchitoches Section 8 waiting list is open until further notice from the housing authority.
• The Housing Authority of Natchitoches Parish Section 8 waiting list is open until further notice from the housing authority.
• The Caldwell Parish, Louisiana Section 8 waiting list has been open since July 2nd, 2018.

You can apply to these waiting lists by submitting your Section 8 HCV application to the respective housing authorities on or after their opening dates.

Yes, as of June 28th, 2024, 2 of the Section 8 waiting lists in Louisiana have preferences for seniors.

The Housing Authority of the City of Sulphur Section 8 waiting list is open until further notice from the housing authority.

The Housing Authority of the City of Natchitoches Section 8 waiting list is open until further notice from the housing authority.

No, you do not have to live in Louisiana to apply to an open waiting list in the state. However, many waiting lists do have preferences for local residents and commuters.