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About Housing Authority of the County of Screven
The Housing Authority of the County of Screven (PHA Code: GA141) is located in Sylvania, Screven County, Georgia. This authority manages approximately 14 assisted housing units.
The programs offered include Public Housing, Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), and Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD). Currently, the waitlist for Public Housing is open to new applicants. The waitlist for Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) is closed. The status for Project-Based Vouchers and Rental Assistance Demonstration programs is unknown.
To qualify for assistance, applicants must meet specific income limits based on family size. For example, a family of four applying for Very Low Income assistance in the Screven County, GA area must have an annual income not exceeding $38,100.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
The waiting list is open until further notice, and qualified applicants are placed by the date and time their application is received with no stated preferences. The Housing Authority of the City of Waynesboro manages this waiting list for the Housing Authority of the County of Screven.
Other Programs
3 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.
Families with children, elderly applicants, and disabled individuals may receive priority placement.
No specific information was found regarding Project-Based Vouchers offered by this Housing Authority, and no active waitlist information is currently available.
Information regarding the current waiting list status for Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) for properties managed by the Housing Authority of the City of Sylvania, GA, is not readily available.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Housing Authority of the County of Screven directly at (706) 554-2233 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 County of Screven
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the County of Screven 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 County of Screven, 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 County of Screven directly at (706) 554-2233 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 County of Screven, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the County of Screven manages approximately 14 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Sylvania. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the County of Screven
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the County of Screven are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of the County of Screven manages approximately 14 Public Housing units in Sylvania. 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 County of Screven 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 Sylvania. 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 County of Screven are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Sylvania. 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 Housing Authority of the County of Screven converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Sylvania maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is applying at Housing Authority of the County of Screven free?
How long is the wait at Housing Authority of the County of Screven?
Can I apply to other housing authorities while on this waitlist?
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What are the income limits for Housing Authority of the County of Screven?
Housing Authority of the County of Screven Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the County of Screven are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Screven 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 County of Screven — including across state lines.