HousingTuesday, November 10
Fayetteville's housing voucher waitlist is open for the first time since 2021
The Daily Rogers team
If you're a very low-income family living in Washington County outside Springdale, the Fayetteville Housing Authority has reopened its Housing Choice Voucher waitlist. Applications opened at 8 a.m. Monday.
The voucher waitlist opens for the first time since 2021
- 2021The last time the voucher applications were open.
- Aug. 2025Fayetteville reaffirmed its FHA partnership with a $200,000 donation.
- Nov. 9Applications opened at 8 a.m.
Source: khbs
- Covers: all of Washington County except Springdale
- Eligible: households below certain income limits
- Home types: single-family, townhouse, apartment or current residence
- Info: the FHA's website has a checklist and application
If you own rental property, Executive Director Chonda Tapley said in a news release that the authority welcomes owners as partners.
“Reopening the waitlist offers renewed hope for households struggling to afford rent and creates an opportunity to strengthen our community.”
Who does what in the voucher program
| Who | What they do |
|---|---|
| U.S. HUD | Funds the FHA |
| Landlord | Receives the voucher payment |
| FHA | Inspects the property |
| You | Find the home, pay the difference |
Source: KNWA FOX24
Sources: KNWA FOX24, khbs