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About Evergreen Housing Authority
Evergreen Housing Authority (PHA Code: AL181) serves Evergreen, Conecuh County, Alabama. The authority manages approximately 296 assisted housing units, comprising 90 Public Housing units and 206 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) units.
Currently, Evergreen Housing Authority is accepting applications for its Public Housing program, which recently changed its status from unknown to open. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, which provides rental assistance, is closed to new applications. This program recently changed its status from unknown to closed.
Applicants for the Public Housing program must meet income eligibility requirements. For a family of four in Conecuh County, Alabama, the Very Low Income limit is $36,100 per year. Interested individuals should contact Evergreen Housing Authority directly for detailed application instructions and to confirm current waitlist openings.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
Contact Evergreen Housing Authority at (251) 578-1488 to request an application. Priority may be given to families with children, elderly applicants, disabled individuals, and extremely low-income households.
Other Programs
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 Housing Choice Voucher waitlist is currently closed.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Evergreen Housing Authority directly at (251) 578-1488 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 Evergreen Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Evergreen 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 Evergreen 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 $36,100/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 Evergreen Housing Authority directly at (251) 578-1488 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 Evergreen Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Evergreen Housing Authority manages approximately 296 assisted housing units (206 Section 8, 90 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Evergreen. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Evergreen Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Evergreen Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Evergreen Housing Authority manages approximately 90 Public Housing units in Evergreen. 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 Evergreen 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 Evergreen. This program serves approximately 206 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is applying at Evergreen Housing Authority free?
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What are the income limits for Evergreen Housing Authority?
Evergreen Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Evergreen Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Conecuh County, AL. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $36,100. 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 |
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| 1 Person | $15,650 | $25,250 | $40,450 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $28,850 | $46,200 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $32,450 | $52,000 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $36,100 | $57,750 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $38,950 | $62,400 |
| 6 Persons | $41,850 | $41,850 | $67,000 |
| 7 Persons | $44,750 | $44,750 | $71,650 |
| 8 Persons | $47,650 | $47,650 | $76,250 |
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 Evergreen Housing Authority — including across state lines.