Housing Authority of the City of Ellijay
Ellijay, Georgia
Last Updated
21 hours ago
About Housing Authority of the City of Ellijay
The Housing Authority of the City of Ellijay (PHA Code: GA176) provides housing assistance in Ellijay, Gilmer County, Georgia. It oversees approximately 110 assisted housing units through various programs. These include the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, Mainstream Vouchers, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, and units under the Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) initiative.
Currently, all waiting lists for the Housing Authority of the City of Ellijay's programs are closed. This means the authority is not accepting new applications for any of its housing assistance programs at this time. For eligibility reference, the Very Low Income limit for a family of four in the Gilmer County, GA area is $43,300 per year. Prospective applicants should monitor the authority for any future announcements regarding waitlist reopenings.
Other Programs
5 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 waitlist for Ellijay, GA is closed. The Georgia Department of Community Affairs, which oversees the Housing Choice Voucher program statewide, also has its waitlists currently closed.
All waiting lists in Ellijay, including for Mainstream vouchers, are currently closed.
All waiting lists in Ellijay, including for Project-Based Vouchers, are currently closed.
The waiting lists for Public Housing are currently closed.
All waiting lists in Ellijay, including for Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) programs, are currently closed.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Housing Authority of the City of Ellijay directly at (706) 635-4644 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 Ellijay
Check Current Status
All 5 waiting lists at Housing Authority of the City of Ellijay 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 Ellijay, 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 $43,300/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 Ellijay directly at (706) 635-4644 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 Ellijay, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Ellijay manages approximately 110 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Ellijay. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Ellijay
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City of Ellijay 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 Ellijay. 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 Housing Authority of the City of Ellijay 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 Housing Authority of the City of Ellijay are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Ellijay. 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 Ellijay 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 Ellijay manages approximately 110 Public Housing units in Ellijay. 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 Ellijay converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Ellijay 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 Ellijay?
Housing Authority of the City of Ellijay Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Ellijay are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Gilmer County, GA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $43,300. 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 | $18,200 | $30,300 | $48,500 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $34,600 | $55,400 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $38,950 | $62,350 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $43,300 | $69,250 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $46,750 | $74,800 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $50,200 | $80,350 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $53,700 | $85,900 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $57,150 | $91,450 |
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 Ellijay — including across state lines.