Kansas Income Limits for Affordable Housing Programs

Understanding whether you qualify for affordable housing in Kansas hinges on knowing your household income and how it matches official income limits. This guide explains the basics of Kansas income limits for affordable housing, what programs use them, and how to check if you’re eligible.

What Are Affordable Housing Income Limits?

Income limits define how much your household can earn and still qualify for programs like Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers or Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) properties. Limits are set by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and updated annually. These limits change based on family size and the local median income, so they’re different for each county in Kansas.

How Do Kansas Income Limits Work?

For most programs, eligibility is set as a percentage of the Area Median Income (AMI). Common thresholds are:

• Extremely Low Income: Up to 30% of AMI
• Very Low Income: Up to 50% of AMI
• Low Income: Up to 80% of AMI

The HUD Income Limits Documentation System lets you search by county to find the exact income numbers for your area.

Which Programs Use These Income Limits?

Income limits apply to most federal and state-run affordable housing programs in Kansas, including:

• Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program
• Public Housing
• Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) properties
• Section 811 Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities
• Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly

Each program may check your income at different times (when you apply, annually, or at recertification).

How to Find Kansas Income Limits for Your Area

The official HUD tool allows you to:

• Select "Kansas" and your county or city
• View income limits for different household sizes
• Check if your gross household income falls below the listed limit

Applying for Affordable Housing: Key Forms and Steps

Below are the most commonly required forms for Kansas renters seeking rental assistance:

• Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Application – No standardized state form number.
  Used when applying for Section 8 vouchers with your local Public Housing Agency (PHA). For example, if you live in Wichita, you apply with the Wichita Housing Authority. The form collects information about household members, income, and assets. Some PHAs accept online submissions, while others use printable forms or intake appointments.
  • Find your local PHA and forms: Kansas Housing Resources Corporation Section 8 Page
• Kansas Application for Public Housing or Project-Based Rental Assistance – Form may vary by program and property manager.
  Used when applying for a specific affordable housing property, such as a LIHTC apartment or public housing. Your landlord or the property manager will provide the correct application form and instructions.
  • General resource: Kansas Housing Resources Corporation Programs

After applying, you’ll usually need to provide proof of income, identity, and household size. Keep copies of pay stubs, benefit letters, and identification handy.

What If Your Application Is Denied?

If you’re denied assistance, you have the right to request a review or hearing. Each agency must inform you in writing about how to appeal. Contact your program administrator or public housing agency for appeal instructions.

Which Kansas Tribunal Handles Tenant Disputes?

Kansas does not have a specialized residential tenancy tribunal. However, renters can resolve disputes in Kansas District Court, which handles landlord-tenant issues, including evictions. Learn more and find your local court through the Kansas Judicial Branch District Courts information page.

Relevant Tenancy Laws in Kansas

Landlord-tenant relationships in Kansas are governed by the Kansas Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (K.S.A. 58-2540 et seq.). This law covers important topics like leases, evictions, and renter protections¹.

1. Who sets income limits for affordable housing in Kansas?
   Income limits are determined by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and used by Kansas state and local housing agencies.
2. Do income limits change every year?
   Yes. HUD updates income limits annually based on changes in the area median income for each county in Kansas.
3. What do I count as income for eligibility?
   Generally, all pre-tax earnings and benefits (wages, Social Security, childcare payments, and more) must be included. Check your program’s guidelines.
4. Where can I apply for Section 8 or affordable housing in Kansas?
   Find your local public housing agency or property manager using the Kansas Housing Resources Corporation website.
5. How can I appeal if I’m denied rental assistance?
   You have the right to a review or hearing; instructions will be provided by the agency that denied your application.

Key Takeaways

• Affordable housing income limits in Kansas vary by household size and county – check with HUD’s online tool.
• Income must be verified and updated with every application or recertification.
• Official government agencies, not landlords, decide your program eligibility.

Need Help? Resources for Renters

• Kansas Housing Resources Corporation – Main agency for rental assistance, applications, and local contacts
• Section 8 Program Information for Kansas
• Kansas District Courts – For resolving landlord-tenant disputes
• HUD Kansas Rental Help – Federal resources for renters

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1. Kansas Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (K.S.A. 58-2540 et seq.)
2. HUD Income Limits Documentation System
3. Kansas Housing Resources Corporation

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