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About Enterprise Housing Authority
Enterprise Housing Authority (PHA Code: AL115) serves Enterprise, Coffee County, Alabama, providing affordable housing options to eligible families and individuals. The authority manages approximately 345 assisted housing units in total, aiming to meet the community's housing needs. These units include 150 Public Housing units and 195 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Currently, the waitlist for the Public Housing program is open and accepting new applications. Applicants interested in this program should contact the authority for details on how to apply. Please note that the Housing Choice Voucher program waitlist is closed at this time. To qualify for assistance, applicants must meet specific income guidelines. For example, a family of four must not exceed the Very Low Income limit for the Coffee County, AL area, which is $43,200 per year.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
Applications are accepted by appointment only. Approved Public Housing applicants are housed in an average of twelve (12) months.
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1 programThese 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.
The HCV waitlist is currently closed. Applications are only being accepted for the Public Housing waiting list.
Official Application
Contact Enterprise Housing Authority directly at (334) 347-0080 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 Enterprise Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Enterprise 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 Enterprise 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 $43,200/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 Enterprise Housing Authority directly at (334) 347-0080 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 Enterprise Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Enterprise Housing Authority manages approximately 345 assisted housing units (195 Section 8, 150 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Enterprise. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Enterprise Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Enterprise Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Enterprise Housing Authority manages approximately 150 Public Housing units in Enterprise. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Enterprise 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 Enterprise. This program serves approximately 195 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Enterprise Housing Authority?
Enterprise Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Enterprise Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Coffee County, AL. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $43,200. 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 | $18,150 | $30,250 | $48,400 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $34,600 | $55,300 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $38,900 | $62,200 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $43,200 | $69,100 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $46,700 | $74,650 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $50,150 | $80,200 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $53,600 | $85,700 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $57,050 | $91,250 |
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 Enterprise Housing Authority — including across state lines.