Anniston Housing Authority
Anniston, Alabama
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About Anniston Housing Authority
The Anniston Housing Authority (AHA), located in Anniston, Calhoun County, Alabama, manages approximately 1,006 assisted housing units. These units include 588 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 418 Public Housing units, providing various affordable housing options within the community.
Currently, the Anniston Housing Authority's Public Housing program waitlist is open for applications. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program waitlist is closed, as is the Affordable Housing (Specific Units) program waitlist. For context, the very low-income limit for a family of four in the Anniston-Oxford, AL MSA area is $37,000 per year. Applicants should directly consult the housing authority for specific eligibility criteria and application procedures.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Applicants are placed on a waiting list according to local preference guidelines, date/time of application, and bedroom requirements.
View original notice — annistonhousing.orgOther Programs
3 programsThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
This refers to new development of 11 affordable housing units for low-income families.
The waiting list was last open from September 14, 2020, to September 18, 2020. There is no announced date for when this waiting list will reopen.
No specific waiting list information found for Project-Based Vouchers for Anniston Housing Authority.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Anniston Housing Authority directly at (256) 236-1575 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING
Contact Information
Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at Anniston Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Anniston Housing Authority currently has 1 open waiting list (Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Anniston Housing Authority, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $37,000/year to qualify in this area. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Contact Anniston Housing Authority directly at (256) 236-1575 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Anniston Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Anniston Housing Authority manages approximately 1,006 assisted housing units (588 Section 8, 418 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Anniston. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Anniston Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Anniston Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Anniston Housing Authority manages approximately 418 Public Housing units in Anniston. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Affordable Housing (Specific Units) closed
The Affordable Housing (Specific Units) program at Anniston Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Anniston. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Anniston Housing Authority provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for Anniston. This program serves approximately 588 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Anniston Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Anniston. Unlike the standard Housing Choice Voucher, PBV assistance stays with the property — not with you. However, after one year of occupancy, you may request a standard portable voucher. PBV waitlists often move faster because fewer applicants know about them.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Anniston Housing Authority?
Anniston Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Anniston Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Anniston-Oxford, AL MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $37,000. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $15,650 | $25,900 | $41,450 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $29,600 | $47,400 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $33,300 | $53,300 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $37,000 | $59,200 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $40,000 | $63,950 |
| 6 Persons | $42,950 | $42,950 | $68,700 |
| 7 Persons | $45,900 | $45,900 | $73,450 |
| 8 Persons | $48,850 | $48,850 | $78,150 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Anniston Housing Authority — including across state lines.