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About Housing Authority of the City of Headland
The Housing Authority of the City of Headland (PHA Code: AL123), located in Headland, Henry County, Alabama, provides affordable housing assistance for approximately 50 assisted housing units. This authority manages both Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) programs.
Currently, the waitlist for the Public Housing program is open and accepting applications. The Housing Choice Voucher program waitlist is closed, with its status recently changing from unknown to closed.
For prospective Public Housing applicants, the very low-income limit for a family of four in the Henry County, AL HUD Metro FMR Area is $42,750 per year. Applicants are encouraged to verify current eligibility requirements and income limits directly with the housing authority before submitting an application.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jul 1, 2017
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The Housing Authority of the City of Headland (HACH) is accepting pre-applications for families and senior/disabled households. Preferences for elderly, disabled, homeless, working family, or those who live and/or work in Headland.
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 Section 8 waiting list is currently closed. Preferences include elderly, disabled, homeless, working family, or those who live and/or work in Headland.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Housing Authority of the City of Headland directly at (334) 693-2525 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 Housing Authority of the City of Headland
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the City of Headland 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 Housing Authority of the City of Headland, 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 $42,750/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 Housing Authority of the City of Headland directly at (334) 693-2525 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 Housing Authority of the City of Headland, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Headland manages approximately 50 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Headland. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Headland
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the City of Headland are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of the City of Headland manages approximately 50 Public Housing units in Headland. 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 Housing Authority of the City of Headland 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 Headland. 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 Housing Authority of the City of Headland?
Housing Authority of the City of Headland Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Headland are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Henry County, AL HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $42,750. 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 | $18,000 | $29,950 | $47,900 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $34,200 | $54,750 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $38,500 | $61,600 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $42,750 | $68,400 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $46,200 | $73,900 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $49,600 | $79,350 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $53,050 | $84,850 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $56,450 | $90,300 |
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 Housing Authority of the City of Headland — including across state lines.