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About Housing Authority of the City of Warrenton
The Housing Authority of the City of Warrenton (PHA Code: GA127) serves Warrenton, Warren County, Georgia, managing approximately 98 assisted housing units. This authority offers various housing assistance programs, primarily Public Housing and Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV).
Currently, all waiting lists for assistance through the Housing Authority of the City of Warrenton are closed. This includes the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program and Public Housing. The status for Project-Based Vouchers (PBV) is unknown. There are no available dates for when these waiting lists might reopen.
For general reference, eligibility for these programs typically depends on income. For example, a Very Low Income family of four in the Warren County, GA area currently has an income limit of $38,100 per year.
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.
The East Georgia Housing Authority Partners, which administers public housing for Warrenton, currently does not have a Section 8 program.
Previous openings for one-bedroom units closed on July 20, 2022. A preference exists for applicants with an adult family member in an employment training program, working 25+ hours weekly, or attending school full-time, also extended to elderly families or families with a head/spouse receiving income due to inability to work.
No specific open or closed waiting list information for a Project-Based Voucher (PBV) program administered directly by the Housing Authority of the City of Warrenton, GA, was found. The Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) announced openings for some properties receiving PBVs in November...
Status History
Official Application
Contact Housing Authority of the City of Warrenton directly at (706) 465-3479 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 Warrenton
Check Current Status
All 2 waiting lists at Housing Authority of the City of Warrenton 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 Warrenton, 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 Warrenton directly at (706) 465-3479 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 Warrenton, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Warrenton manages approximately 98 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Warrenton. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Warrenton
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City of Warrenton 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 Warrenton. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the City of Warrenton 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 Warrenton manages approximately 98 Public Housing units in Warrenton. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Warrenton are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Warrenton. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Housing Authority of the City of Warrenton?
Housing Authority of the City of Warrenton Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Warrenton are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Warren 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 Warrenton — including across state lines.