Burg Jones PLaza, Foster Heights, Lock Breece, and Miller Square Public Housing Waiting List is Closed as of November 2024. The waiting list was last open in August 2024 and remains closed.

David Layfield

Analysis by David Layfield

Last Updated: August, 23rd 2024

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The Housing Authority of Monroe, Louisiana accepted waiting list applications for apartments at Burg Jones Plaza, Foster Heights, Lock Breece, and Miller Square. Applications were accepted online only from 8:00 AM on August 21, 2024, until 4:30 PM on August 23, 2024.

Preferences

Preferences are not known at this time.

Selection Process

The selection process was not elaborated on in the notice. It is likely that all eligible applicants who apply during the open period will be placed on the waiting list and ranked based on date of application.

Application Method

To apply during the opening period, complete the online application at Monroe Housing Application. If you do not have a device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) or web access, you can go to a public library or the PHA for assistance.

Reasonable Accommodation

For those who need a reasonable accommodation due to a disability or do not have access to a computer, please contact the Monroe Housing Authority at (318) 388-1500, TTD/TTY 1-800-545-1833 ext. 872.

For More Information

For more information, visit the Monroe Housing website or contact them at (318) 388-1500, TTD/TTY 1-800-545-1833 ext. 872, or email info@monroehousing.com.

Sources

This information was verified on the Monroe Housing Authority website on August 7, 2024.

Monroe Housing Authority

Burg Jones PLaza, Foster Heights, Lock Breece, and Miller Square Public Housing Waiting List is managed by Monroe Housing Authority.

Monroe Housing Authority provides affordable housing for up to 3,093 low- and moderate-income households through its Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher and public housing programs.

This housing agency serves Monroe, Louisiana.

What should I do after applying to the Monroe Housing Authority 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 Monroe Housing Authority 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 Monroe Housing Authority 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 Monroe Housing Authority 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 Monroe Housing Authority 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 Monroe Housing Authority Public Housing waiting list that is closed?

You cannot apply for a waiting list that is closed until it is reopened by the housing authority. It is not known when the housing authority will announce the next opening.

For the Monroe Housing Authority 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.

How is a Monroe Housing Authority Public Housing waiting list sorted by date and time?

A waiting list sorted by date and time orders applicants who are selected for the waiting list by the date and time the housing authority receives the application. Those who apply earlier will generally be placed higher on the waiting list.

Who lives in Monroe Housing Authority 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 Monroe Housing Authority.

How many renters live in Public Housing units provided by Monroe Housing Authority?

At the start of 2024, Monroe Housing Authority was managing 1,488 Public Housing units. Of the total number of units managed, there were 1,458 units occupied. This represents 98% of the total number of Public Housing units managed by Monroe Housing Authority.

According to HUD, there is a total of 3,743 people living in Public Housing units managed by Monroe Housing Authority, with the average number of people per household being 3.

How long did current Monroe Housing Authority Public Housing tenants spend on a waiting list before occupying a Public Housing unit?

The 1,458 households living in Public Housing units at the start of 2024 waited on average 38 months before being able to move in. Of those households, 219 occupied their unit in the last year. This represents 15 percent of Public Housing tenants in units managed by Monroe Housing Authority.

Are there any Monroe Housing Authority Public Housing units not occupied?

The Monroe Housing Authority Public Housing program that this waiting list covers had 98% of its units occupied by households with 2% unoccupied at the start of 2024.

How many Monroe Housing Authority Public Housing households have children?

Of the 1,458 Public Housing households in units managed by Monroe Housing Authority, 833 have at least one child. There are 15 two-parent households in the Monroe Housing Authority Public Housing units, and 818 single-parent households. There were 804 households with children with a female head of household.

How much do Monroe Housing Authority Public Housing households earn?

The average annual household income for Monroe Housing Authority Public Housing tenant households is $15,958 The average annual income per person is $6,199 The average Public Housing household annual income is 31% of the local Area Median Income.

Monroe Housing Authority Public Housing household annual income
Annual Income Range ($) Number of Households % of Vouchers
Less than $5,000 190 13%
$5,000 - $9,999 262 18%
$10,000 - $14,999 394 27%
$15,000 - $19,999 175 12%
$20,000+ 423 29%

What is the source of income for Monroe Housing Authority Public Housing households?

Of all Public Housing households, 551 (37%) receive the majority of their income from wages and/or business. 74 (5%) households receive the majority of their income from welfare programs like TANF, General Assistance or Public Assistance. 804 (54%) households derive the majority of their income from some other source (other than wage or welfare).

How much does a Monroe Housing Authority Public Housing unit cost?

For the Monroe Housing Authority Public Housing program, the federal government covers the cost of, on average, $701 per month for each household, which equates to annual cost of $8,412.

How much does the average Monroe Housing Authority 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 Monroe Housing Authority Public Housing program, the average family expenditure is $306 per month or $3,672 per year. The combined payment from all tenants in the program is $446,148 per month, which is $5,353,776 per year.

What is the average utility cost paid by Monroe Housing Authority Public Housing renters?

The average cost of utilities for renters in this program is $88 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 Monroe Housing Authority Public Housing units?

Of the 1,488 households living in Public Housing units, 306 (21%) live in a studio or one-bedroom unit, 350 (24%) rent a 2-bedroom rental home and 802 (55%) have a 3-bedroom or larger rental. 29% of Public Housing households are overhoused with more bedrooms than people in the household.

What is the race and ethnicity of Monroe Housing Authority Public Housing households?

89% of Monroe Housing Authority 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 Monroe Housing Authority Public Housing program?

Age Range of Head of Household Number of Households % of Households
Under 24 102 7%
25-50/td> 787 54%
51-61 175 12%
62-84 350 24%
85 or Older 29 2%
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