- Elderly preference is available when the head or spouse/significant other is aged 62 or older. Disabled preference is available when the applicant’s household will contain one or more members who are considered disabled as defined in HAP’s Housing policy. Verification: Documentation that will establish age such as a picture I.D. for elderly preference. Documentation that will establish disability status preference such as written verification of SSI benefits, documentation from medical or social service professionals, social worker or relevant agency, etc., for disability preference.
- Employment Applicants with an adult family member who is currently working (at least 20 hours per week). Verification: The “Employer Verification Form” supplied by the HAP and verified by the employer, or most recent pay-stubs supplied by the applicant.
- Homeless/Domestic Violence Victim Verification: Resident verification from a public or private facility that provides shelter for homeless individuals, a shelter manager, or a third-party written verification from relevant social service agency social worker, private facility, local police department, etc. certifying the Applicant’s homeless status.
- McCracken County Residents Verification: Documentation that will establish residency such as a picture ID with current address.
- Applicants with an adult family member who is enrolled in college/vocational school (minimum of 6 or more credit hours) per semester; or enrolled in an employment training program; adult continuing education program (e.g. JOBS, JTPA, GED, etc.) Verification: A student schedule showing total credit hours or a letter from the educational institution on its letterhead, stating total number of credit hours. Adult continuing education, or other job training programs: A certification from the relevant agency on its letterhead stating the program participating in.
- Veteran of the Armed Forces Verification: A Veteran of the Armed Forces must provide a DD214 or a U.S. Uniform Services I.D.
- Victims of a Natural Disaster who were or were not prior to the disaster, receiving assistance from public housing or a housing choice voucher program. Verification: Original or signed copies of FEMA and/or American Red Cross vouchers, and proof of Federal Disaster Area Residence, such as a photo ID showing an address in the affected area. Verification of Housing Program Participation checked via the internet through PIC (Public and Indian Housing Information Center) for previous participants.
It is not known how applicants will be placed on the waiting list.
For more information, visit the HAP website.
Sources: This information was verified by the HAP website, as of January 10, 2020.
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Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing Public Housing Application Methods
The application may be completed in person at Applicants may apply at the office at Elmwood Court located at 2330 Ohio St on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 9:00 – 11:00 AM and 1:00 – 3:00 PM. .
Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing Public Housing Applicant Preferences
Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing has preferences for: Elderly, Displaced by Natural Disaster, Victims of Domestic Violence, Veterans, Working/Employed, Homeless, Disabled, Enrolled in Higher Education. Preferences are not required but Public Housing applicants that meet these criteria will be moved up the waiting list.
Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing
Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing Public Housing Waiting List is managed by Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing.
Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing provides affordable housing for up to 875 low- and moderate-income households through its Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher programs.
This housing agency serves Paducah, Kentucky.
What should I do after applying to the Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing Public Housing waiting list?
After applying, it's a good practice to keep a record of any application that you submit. This will help you keep track of your application, and is especially useful if you apply to multiple waiting lists. You can do this easily with a document on your computer or mobile device, and also with a notebook or piece of paper.
Make sure to write down your application or confirmation number with the application details. This number will be important to reference in the future. Once you have this information written, keep it stored in a place that's easy to access when you need it.
With this information safely stored, all you have left to do is wait to find out if you've been selected for the waiting list.
When will I know if I've been selected for the Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing Public Housing waiting list?
Depending on the area, it may take weeks or even months to know if you've been selected for the waiting list. Your wait for an announcement is usually the longest in areas with large populations and a high demand for housing assistance.
Check if the public notice states when the housing authority plans to announce the results, or how long it may take to review applications. Contact the housing authority if this information isn't available.
How do I know if I've been added to the Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing Public Housing waiting list?
Once all applications are reviewed, the housing authority will either contact everyone who has been placed on the waiting list, or message everyone who applied to check their results.
The housing authority will use the contact information you give in the application to reach you (usually by mail, email, or phone). For this reason, it is very important to put valid contact information on your application. Make sure you keep your contact information up to date, and that you respond quickly if any further action is required.
If you don't get contacted by the housing authority, it might mean that you were not chosen for the waiting list. Sometimes, housing authorities do not contact applicants who were not placed on the waiting list. Check with the housing authority for confirmation.
How can I check my status on the Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing Public Housing waiting list?
To check your status on the waiting list, you usually have to log into an online portal, call a phone number, or visit the office. Each housing authority has different ways for you to check your status.
Some housing authorities will give your spot on the waiting list, but others might only confirm that you're still on the waiting list. Make sure that you have your application or confirmation number with you when checking your status.
How do I update my application for the Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing Public Housing waiting list?
To update your waiting list application, you usually have to log into an online portal, call a phone number, or submit a form to the office. Each housing authority has different ways for you to update your application.
Make sure that you have your application or confirmation number with you when updating your application.
When can I apply for a Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing Public Housing waiting list that is open until further notice?
You can apply for a waiting list that is open until further notice while it stays open for an unknown period of time. Usually, the housing authority is accepting applications until the waiting list closes, but some of these waiting lists never close.
For the Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing Public Housing waiting list, how do I apply online?
To apply online, an electronic form must be submitted to the housing authority on the internet. Many online applications require an account to be created to log in, and also a valid email address.
For the Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing Public Housing waiting list, how do I apply in person?
To apply in person, a paper form must be completed at a location set by the housing authority. This place may be a housing authority office, local government building, or another location that is helping with the waiting list opening.
Who lives in Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing Public Housing units?
If you are considering applying to live in a Public Housing unit, you may be interested to know who already lives in these units, and what the households tend to look like. Fortunately, we can provide some helpful statistics using HUD's 2023 Picture of Subsidized Households. The following data describes the economic and demographic characteristics of renters who live in Public Housing units provided by Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing.
How many renters live in Public Housing units provided by Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing?
At the start of 2024, Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing was managing 854 Public Housing units. Of the total number of units managed, there were 700 units occupied. This represents 82% of the total number of Public Housing units managed by Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing.
According to HUD, there is a total of 1,232 people living in Public Housing units managed by Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing, with the average number of people per household being 2.
How long did current Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing Public Housing tenants spend on a waiting list before occupying a Public Housing unit?
The 700 households living in Public Housing units at the start of 2024 waited on average 15 months before being able to move in. Of those households, 91 occupied their unit in the last year. This represents 13 percent of Public Housing tenants in units managed by Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing.
Are there any Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing Public Housing units not occupied?
The Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing Public Housing program that this waiting list covers had 82% of its units occupied by households with 18% unoccupied at the start of 2024.
How many Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing Public Housing households have children?
Of the 700 Public Housing households in units managed by Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing, 256 have at least one child. There are 17 two-parent households in the Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing Public Housing units, and 239 single-parent households. There were 239 households with children with a female head of household.
How much do Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing Public Housing households earn?
The average annual household income for Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing Public Housing tenant households is $15,728 The average annual income per person is $8,783 The average Public Housing household annual income is 28% of the local Area Median Income.
What is the source of income for Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing Public Housing households?
Of all Public Housing households, 214 (25%) receive the majority of their income from wages and/or business. 9 (1%) households receive the majority of their income from welfare programs like TANF, General Assistance or Public Assistance. 615 (72%) households derive the majority of their income from some other source (other than wage or welfare).
How much does a Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing Public Housing unit cost?
For the Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing Public Housing program, the federal government covers the cost of, on average, $295 per month for each household, which equates to annual cost of $3,540.
How much does the average Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing Public Housing tenant pay per month in rent?
HUD refers to the portion of rent paid by the tenant as the Total Tenant Payment, or Family Expenditure.
For the Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing Public Housing program, the average family expenditure is $335 per month or $4,020 per year. The combined payment from all tenants in the program is $234,500 per month, which is $2,814,000 per year.
What is the average utility cost paid by Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing Public Housing renters?
The average cost of utilities for renters in this program is $172 per month. It is important to note this is not the actual cost renters will pay for utilities, but an estimate based on the energy cost estimates of the program.
What size are most Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing Public Housing units?
Of the 854 households living in Public Housing units, 378 (54%) live in a studio or one-bedroom unit, 182 (26%) rent a 2-bedroom rental home and 133 (19%) have a 3-bedroom or larger rental. 12% of Public Housing households are overhoused with more bedrooms than people in the household.
What is the race and ethnicity of Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing Public Housing households?
55% of Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing Public Housing program households have a minority head of household who is Black, Native American, Asian or Pacific Islander; or of Hispanic ethnicity.
What are the ages of tenant heads of households in the Housing Authority of Paducah - Public Housing Public Housing program?
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