Low-Income Apartments in New Orleans
Low-income apartments in New Orleans include public housing within HANO's mixed-income communities, Housing Choice Voucher units, and privately owned subsidized and tax-credit buildings. Eligibility is based on household income relative to local limits.
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About This Program in New Orleans
In New Orleans, the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) program and public housing are administered by the Housing Authority of New Orleans (HANO). Rent is income-based — generally about 30% of adjusted household income — whether in a HANO community or with a voucher used in private housing.
How to Apply in New Orleans
Apply online through HANO at hano.org when waitlists are open. Important: Louisiana has no source-of-income protection and New Orleans has no local ordinance, so private landlords may legally decline a Housing Choice Voucher — participation is voluntary. Fair Housing protections still apply. Call HANO at (504) 670-3300 or Admissions at (504) 670-3284.