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About Housing Authority of the City of Conyers
The Housing Authority of the City of Conyers (PHA Code: GA184) serves Conyers, Rockdale County, Georgia. This authority manages approximately 107 assisted housing units, providing crucial housing assistance within its jurisdiction.
Programs overseen by the Housing Authority of the City of Conyers include the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, and the Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) program. All waiting lists for these programs are currently closed and are not accepting new applications. This applies to all available housing assistance programs managed by the authority.
For a family of four, the very low income limit for the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA HUD Metro FMR Area is $57,100 per year. While this information indicates potential eligibility levels, please be aware that no applications for housing assistance are being accepted at this time due to all waitlists being closed.
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 website explicitly states 'We do not accept Section 8 Vouchers' multiple times. One page mentions 'Fast Facts About the Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8)' but does not indicate an open waitlist.
The RAD program converted public housing units to project-based vouchers. The text implies these units are now managed under this program, but does not mention a separate waitlist status for PBV specifically. The general Public Housing waitlist is closed.
The waiting list is closed and not accepting applications. Applications require income verification, criminal history checks, and release of information forms. Criminal convictions in the past five years, violent crimes, or drug offenses can lead to denial.
The RAD program is mentioned as a conversion of public housing units to long-term Section 8 rental assistance contracts. No specific waitlist status for RAD itself is provided, but the general Public Housing waitlist is closed.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Housing Authority of the City of Conyers directly at (770) 483-9301 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 Conyers
Check Current Status
All 4 waiting lists at Housing Authority of the City of Conyers are currently closed. Lists typically open with short notice — sometimes as little as 48 hours. The status at the top of this page is updated nightly.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Housing Authority of the City of Conyers, 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 $57,100/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 Conyers directly at (770) 483-9301 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 Conyers, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Conyers manages approximately 107 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Conyers. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Conyers
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City of Conyers 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 Conyers. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Conyers are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Conyers. 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 closed
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the City of Conyers 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 Conyers manages approximately 107 Public Housing units in Conyers. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Housing Authority of the City of Conyers converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Conyers maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Housing Authority of the City of Conyers Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Conyers are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $57,100. 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 | $24,000 | $40,000 | $63,950 |
| 2 Persons | $27,400 | $45,700 | $73,100 |
| 3 Persons | $30,850 | $51,400 | $82,250 |
| 4 Persons | $34,250 | $57,100 | $91,350 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $61,700 | $98,700 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $66,250 | $106,000 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $70,850 | $113,300 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $75,400 | $120,600 |
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 Conyers — including across state lines.