Housing Authority of the City of Cedartown
Cedartown, Georgia
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23 hours ago
About Housing Authority of the City of Cedartown
Housing Authority of the City of Cedartown (HUD agency code GA025) is the public housing agency serving Cedartown, Polk County, Georgia.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 5 waiting lists at this agency, covering HCV, PBV, Public Housing, Mainstream, RAD. As of Jul 4, 2026, 3 are open and 2 are closed.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Polk County, GA area. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $38,100 per year, and as Low Income at or below $60,950 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 5 status changes at this agency, most recently on May 13, 2026.
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jun 24, 2026
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
Eligibility is based on income, family size, and citizenship status, with preferences for working families, disabled individuals, involuntarily displaced persons, or victims of domestic violence.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
Additional Notes
The waitlist for Cherokee Springs Project Based Vouchers is open. The voucher is tied to the apartment and does not transfer with the tenant.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
Preferences are given to working families, disabled, involuntarily displaced, victims of domestic violence, or those displaced by natural disaster or government action. Declining two invitations to apply will purge the application from the waitlist.
Other Programs
2 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.
No open waitlist information found for this program.
No open waitlist information found for this program.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Housing Authority of the City of Cedartown directly 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 Cedartown
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the City of Cedartown currently has 3 open waiting lists (Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Project-Based Voucher (PBV), 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 Cedartown, 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 $38,100/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 Housing Authority of the City of Cedartown directly at 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 Cedartown, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Wait times vary from 6 months to over 5 years depending on local demand and funding. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Cedartown
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) open
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City of Cedartown 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 Cedartown. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) open
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Cedartown are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Cedartown. 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.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the City of Cedartown are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Cedartown 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Housing Authority of the City of Cedartown converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Cedartown maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Housing Authority of the City of Cedartown?
Housing Authority of the City of Cedartown Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Cedartown are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Polk County, GA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $38,100. 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 | $16,000 | $26,700 | $42,700 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $30,500 | $48,800 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $34,300 | $54,900 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $38,100 | $60,950 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $41,150 | $65,850 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $44,200 | $70,750 |
| 7 Persons | $47,250 | $47,250 | $75,600 |
| 8 Persons | $50,300 | $50,300 | $80,500 |
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 Cedartown — including across state lines.