Special to the American Press 

The Calcasieu Parish Police Jury’s Housing Department will accept applications for the Section 8/Housing Choice Voucher Program waiting list for the first 500 applicants from 8 a.m.-noon on Wednesday, Oct. 30 at the Allen P. August Multipurpose Annex, 2000 Moeling St., Lake Charles.

Any Calcasieu Parish resident can apply, but upon receiving assistance, recipients will have to live outside the city limits.

Section 8 tenants must qualify as a family — as defined by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) — and must also meet specific income limits and other qualifications to be considered for the program. For eligibility requirements and other information about the Section 8/HCV Voucher Program, visit calcasieu.gov/section8.

Each applicant will need to provide a valid driver’s license or photo ID and the social security cards of all members of the household.

Additionally, any Calcasieu Parish property owners who are interested in becoming landlords with theSection 8/HCV Program are encouraged to call 337-721-4030, ext. 5119.

Call the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury’s Housing Department at 337-721-4030 with questions and for additional information.