Last updated: 2026-09-06

Lancaster County Housing Authority

28 Penn Square, Suite 200, Lancaster, PA 17603

717-394-0793

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Waiting List Status: Closed

About Lancaster County Housing Authority

Contact Lancaster County Housing Authority in Lancaster, Pennsylvania for Section 8 vouchers and public housing assistance. Phone: 717-394-0793. 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 Lancaster 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: Lancaster County

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

Studio
$1,102
max/month
1 BR
$1,220
max/month
2 BR
$1,526
max/month
3 BR
$1,980
max/month
4 BR
$2,020
max/month

Source: HUD Fair Market Rents 2026 · huduser.gov

Things You Care About

  • How to contact Lancaster County Housing Authority
  • Office location and directions
  • Available housing programs and services
  • Service area coverage: Serving Lancaster County
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Contact Information

Phone
717-394-0793
Fax
7172830417

Office Location

Address
28 Penn Square, Suite 200, Lancaster, PA 17603
City, State ZIP
Lancaster, PA 17603
Service Area
Serving Lancaster County

Agency Details

PHA Code
TPC3211
Primary Program Type
Section 8 (HCV)

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Frequently Asked Questions

You can reach Lancaster County Housing Authority at 717-394-0793.

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

Lancaster County Housing Authority serves: Serving Lancaster County.

To apply for Section 8 housing assistance at Lancaster 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 717-394-0793 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 Lancaster County Housing Authority website: https://lchra.com/our-organizations/housing-authority/. If no online form is available, contact them at 717-394-0793 to apply by phone or in person.

To check your Section 8 or public housing waiting list status with Lancaster County Housing Authority:
  1. Log in to the applicant portal on their official website: https://lchra.com/our-organizations/housing-authority/, if one is offered
  2. Have your application or confirmation number ready
  3. Or call 717-394-0793 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 717-394-0793 to confirm hours before visiting, and to confirm the office at 28 Penn Square, Suite 200, Lancaster, PA 17603 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 .