Contact Sc Regional Housing Authority No 1
- Phone(864) 984-0578
- Fax(864) 984-2669
- Email[email protected]
- Address460 Church St
Laurens, SC 29360 - CountyLaurens County
- ProgramsPublic housing and Section 8 vouchers
- HUD codeSC008
Section 8 and public housing at Sc Regional Housing Authority No 1
Sc Regional Housing Authority No 1 runs both programs: its own public housing apartments and Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers for private rentals. They usually have separate waiting lists, so ask to be placed on both if you qualify.
HUD rates its public housing management as High Performer, the top tier of the Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS).
Income limits for Sc Regional Housing Authority No 1
HUD sets the income limits for Laurens County, SC based on the Laurens County, SC HUD Metro FMR Area figures. Section 8 eligibility depends on your total household income and household size.
| Household size | Extremely low (30%) | Very low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $16,800 | $28,000 | $44,750 |
| 2 people | $21,640 | $32,000 | $51,150 |
| 3 people | $27,320 | $36,000 | $57,550 |
| 4 people | $33,000 | $39,950 | $63,900 |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $43,150 | $69,050 |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $46,350 | $74,150 |
Fair Market Rent near Laurens
Fair Market Rents are HUD's estimate of what a modest rental costs in the Laurens County, SC HUD Metro FMR Area. Housing authorities set their Section 8 payment standard, the most the voucher can cover, usually between 90% and 110% of these figures.
How to apply at Sc Regional Housing Authority No 1
- Check that you qualify. Compare your household income with the limits above. You also need U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status for at least one household member.
- Find out if the waiting list is open. Call (864) 984-0578 or email [email protected]. Many agencies open their lists only a few days a year and announce it in advance.
- Submit the pre-application. Most agencies take it online or on paper during the open period. Fill it in for each program you want (public housing and Section 8).
- Keep your contact details up to date. When your name comes up, the agency writes to you. If it cannot reach you, you lose your place.
- Bring your documents to the interview. IDs, Social Security numbers, birth certificates and proof of income for everyone in the household. Full checklist.
We cannot tell you whether this agency's waiting list is open today: HUD does not publish that data, and lists change often. Only Sc Regional Housing Authority No 1 can confirm it.
Housing authorities near Laurens
Applying to more than one agency increases your chances: you can be on several waiting lists at once.
Frequently asked questions
What is the phone number of Sc Regional Housing Authority No 1?
(864) 984-0578. Fax: (864) 984-2669. Email: [email protected]. These are the contacts the agency reports to HUD.
Where is Sc Regional Housing Authority No 1 located?
460 Church St, Laurens, SC 29360, in Laurens County.
Does Sc Regional Housing Authority No 1 offer Section 8?
Yes. HUD reports 1,696 Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) at this agency, 1,351 of them in use.
What are the income limits for Sc Regional Housing Authority No 1?
In Laurens County, SC, the FY2026 Section 8 (very low income) limit is $28,000 for one person and $39,950 for a family of four. Public housing accepts up to $63,900 for a family of four.
Is the Sc Regional Housing Authority No 1 waiting list open?
Waiting lists open and close on dates each agency sets, often for a few days only. Call (864) 984-0578 or check the agency's notices to confirm whether it is taking applications now.
Section 8 guides
Sources: HUD Public Housing Authorities dataset (agency record updated October 6, 2026) · HUD USER income limits FY2026 · HUD USER Fair Market Rents FY2027. This page is not affiliated with Sc Regional Housing Authority No 1 or HUD.