Last updated: 2026-09-06

Hickory Affordable Housing Initiative

841 S Center St, Hickory, NC 28602

828-328-5373

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Waiting List Status: Closed

About Hickory Affordable Housing Initiative

Contact Hickory Affordable Housing Initiative in Hickory, North Carolina for Section 8 vouchers and public housing assistance. Phone: 828-328-5373. 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 Catawba area. Their primary focus is on Section 8 (HCV) programs, ensuring that eligible residents have access to safe, decent, and affordable housing options.

Section 8 Payment Standards: Catawba County

HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rents. Your voucher from Hickory Affordable Housing Initiative covers up to:

Studio
$858
max/month
1 BR
$908
max/month
2 BR
$1,095
max/month
3 BR
$1,372
max/month
4 BR
$1,660
max/month

Source: HUD Fair Market Rents 2026 · huduser.gov

Things You Care About

  • How to contact Hickory Affordable Housing Initiative
  • Office location and directions
  • Available housing programs and services
  • Service area coverage: Serving Catawba County
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Contact Information

Phone
828-328-5373
Fax
8283282441

Office Location

Address
841 S Center St, Hickory, NC 28602
City, State ZIP
Hickory, NC 28602
Service Area
Serving Catawba County

Agency Details

PHA Code
NC056
Primary Program Type
Section 8 (HCV)

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Frequently Asked Questions

You can reach Hickory Affordable Housing Initiative at 828-328-5373.

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

Hickory Affordable Housing Initiative serves: Serving Catawba County.

To apply for Section 8 housing assistance at Hickory Affordable Housing Initiative:
  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 828-328-5373 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 Hickory Affordable Housing Initiative website: http://hickoryhousing.org/homeownership.html. If no online form is available, contact them at 828-328-5373 to apply by phone or in person.

To check your Section 8 or public housing waiting list status with Hickory Affordable Housing Initiative:
  1. Log in to the applicant portal on their official website: http://hickoryhousing.org/homeownership.html, if one is offered
  2. Have your application or confirmation number ready
  3. Or call 828-328-5373 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 828-328-5373 to confirm hours before visiting, and to confirm the office at 841 S Center St, Hickory, NC 28602 is open.

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 .