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About Haleyville Housing Authority
The Haleyville Housing Authority (PHA Code: AL056) provides affordable housing assistance in Haleyville, Winston County, Alabama. It manages approximately 275 assisted housing units. Currently, the Public Housing program waitlist is open for new applications.
While the Public Housing program is accepting applicants, the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program waitlist is closed. Information regarding Mainstream Vouchers, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), and Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) programs is unknown. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for Winston County, AL, is $36,100 per year. Applicants should verify current income requirements and application procedures directly with the Haleyville Housing Authority.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jul 1, 2017
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Applications are processed by date and time received, with no stated preferences. Eligibility includes income, age/disability, and US citizenship/eligible immigration criteria; declining two offers may remove an application from the waitlist.
Other Programs
4 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.
The Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list for Haleyville, AL is closed.
Mainstream Vouchers provide rental assistance for non-elderly persons with disabilities to transition out of institutional settings or avoid institutionalization. No active waitlist information is currently available.
Project-Based Vouchers are tied to specific housing units, and the assistance stays with the unit if the tenant moves. No active waitlist information is currently available.
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance, allowing for property rehabilitation while preserving long-term affordability. No active waitlist information is currently available.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Haleyville Housing Authority directly at (205) 486-3571 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 Haleyville Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Haleyville 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 Haleyville 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 Haleyville Housing Authority directly at (205) 486-3571 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 Haleyville Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Haleyville Housing Authority manages approximately 275 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Haleyville. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Haleyville Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Haleyville Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Haleyville Housing Authority manages approximately 275 Public Housing units in Haleyville. 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 Haleyville 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 Haleyville. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Haleyville Housing Authority are specifically designated for non-elderly individuals with disabilities. These vouchers work like standard HCVs but are reserved for this population and often have separate, shorter waitlists.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Haleyville Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Haleyville. 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Haleyville Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Haleyville maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is applying at Haleyville Housing Authority free?
How long is the wait at Haleyville Housing Authority?
Can I apply to other housing authorities while on this waitlist?
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What are the income limits for Haleyville Housing Authority?
Haleyville Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Haleyville Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Winston 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Haleyville Housing Authority — including across state lines.