Last updated: 2026-09-06

McHenry County Housing Authority

1108 N. Seminary Avenue, PO Box 1109, Woodstock, IL 60098

815-338-7752

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Waiting List Status: Closed

About McHenry County Housing Authority

Contact McHenry County Housing Authority in Woodstock, Illinois for Section 8 vouchers and public housing assistance. Phone: 815-338-7752. Waiting list status: Closed. Programs: Section 8 (HCV).

As a Public Housing Authority (PHA), they play a crucial role in providing affordable housing solutions to low-income families, elderly individuals, and persons with disabilities in the McHenry area. Their primary focus is on Section 8 (HCV) programs, ensuring that eligible residents have access to safe, decent, and affordable housing options.

They currently manage various housing assistance programs and oversee approximately 992 housing vouchers to help eligible residents secure affordable housing in the private market.

Section 8 Payment Standards: McHenry County

HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rents. Your voucher from McHenry County Housing Authority covers up to:

Studio
$1,480
max/month
1 BR
$1,581
max/month
2 BR
$1,781
max/month
3 BR
$2,294
max/month
4 BR
$2,653
max/month

Source: HUD Fair Market Rents 2026 · huduser.gov

Things You Care About

  • How to contact McHenry County Housing Authority
  • Office location and directions
  • Available housing programs and services
  • Service area coverage: Serving Mchenry County; Serving Dekalb County (partial); Serving Boone County (partial); Serving Lake County
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Contact Information

Phone
815-338-7752
Fax
815-338-1217

Office Location

Address
1108 N. Seminary Avenue, PO Box 1109, Woodstock, IL 60098
City, State ZIP
Woodstock, IL 60098
Service Area
Serving Mchenry County; Serving Dekalb County (partial); Serving Boone County (partial); Serving Lake County

Agency Details

PHA Code
IL116
Primary Program Type
Section 8 (HCV)
Housing Vouchers
992

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Frequently Asked Questions

You can reach McHenry County Housing Authority at 815-338-7752.

The current waiting list status is: Closed. Check this page regularly for updates as waiting lists can open and close frequently.

McHenry County Housing Authority serves: Serving Mchenry County; Serving Dekalb County (partial); Serving Boone County (partial); Serving Lake County.

To apply for Section 8 housing assistance at McHenry County Housing Authority:
  1. Check if the waiting list is currently open
  2. Submit an application when the list opens
  3. Provide required documentation including proof of income and identification
  4. Wait for your application to be processed

Contact them at 815-338-7752 for specific application requirements.

Many housing authorities accept applications through an online portal when their waiting list is open. You can apply or check for an online application on the official McHenry County Housing Authority website: https://www.mchenrycountyhousing.org/open-waiting-list/. If no online form is available, contact them at 815-338-7752 to apply by phone or in person.

To check your Section 8 or public housing waiting list status with McHenry County Housing Authority:
  1. Log in to the applicant portal on their official website: https://www.mchenrycountyhousing.org/open-waiting-list/, if one is offered
  2. Have your application or confirmation number ready
  3. Or call 815-338-7752 and ask for your current position on the waiting list

Keep your contact details up to date so you do not miss a notice when your name comes up.

Office hours are not published for every housing authority. Most public housing authorities are open Monday through Friday during standard business hours, and closed on federal holidays. Call 815-338-7752 to confirm hours before visiting, and to confirm the office at 1108 N. Seminary Avenue, PO Box 1109, Woodstock, IL 60098 is open.

Related Resources

McHenry County Housing Authority Waiting Lists All McHenry County PHAs All Illinois PHAs Illinois Counseling Agencies Section 8 Guide How to Apply Guide

The federal Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination in housing because of race, color, national origin, religion, familial status, gender, and disability. The Fair Housing Act ensures that all persons receive equal housing opportunity. For more information about the Fair Housing Act and your rights, visit the Department of Housing and Urban Development .