HOUSING SERVICES at LINCOLN HOUSING AUTHORITY
Supplies rental housing, both subsidized and non-subsidized, to persons who qualify for services and a variety of local and federal housing programs. Housing programs, units and services are only available for people who wish to reside within the city of Lincoln.
Owns over 1,400 rental units to serve families, individuals who are elderly and/or disabled. Programs include market rate rents, affordable (tax credit) rents, and subsidized rents. Locations throughout the city of Lincoln. Specific eligibility determined by housing projects.
Section 8 voucher program provides rental assistance to qualified households. Clients rent from landlords with a portion of rent paid by LHA to the landlord. Eligibility preference includes homeless, victims of domestic violence, and participants in the state Employment First program. Fees: 27% of gross income paid by participant for rent and utilities with subsidy for the balance, subject to other limitations. Eligibility: 50% of median income adjusted to household size.
Physical Address
5700 R Street, Lincoln, NE 68505
Mailing Address
PO Box 5327, Lincoln, NE 68505
Hours
Mon 7:30 am - 5:30 pm; Tue 7:30 am - 5:30 pm; Wed 7:30 am - 5:30 pm; Thu 7:30 am - 5:30 pm; Fri 8 am - 5 pm;
Voice
Fax
(402) 434-5502
Voice
(800) 545-1833
Website
Application process
Applications taken daily at main office without appointment or online
Fee
Affordable rents and rental assistance based on income
Required documents
Varies by service
Eligibility
Clients must be 62 years or older, disabled, or income-eligible individuals or families
Agency info
LINCOLN HOUSING AUTHORITY
Governmental entity established under state law, by the City of Lincoln, with a mission of providing affordable housing to residents.