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About Quincy Housing Authority
The Quincy Housing Authority (PHA Code: IL016), located in Quincy, Adams County, Illinois, manages approximately 704 assisted housing units. These include 355 Public Housing units and 349 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Currently, the Public Housing program waitlist is open for new applications. The waitlists for the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) and Project-Based Voucher (PBV) programs are presently closed.
Eligibility for programs like Public Housing is determined by various factors, including income. For example, a family of four must generally have an annual income no higher than $46,550 to meet the Very Low Income limit for the Adams County, IL area. Applicants should confirm current program statuses and specific eligibility requirements.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The Quincy Housing Authority is currently accepting Public Housing waiting list applications until further notice. Preferences have not been confirmed; selection is based on equal opportunity and non-discrimination, with 10% of admissions for certain low-income families.
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.
The waiting list last accepted applications from October 11, 2023, until October 15, 2023, with 125 applicants placed by date and time of application. Preferences have not been confirmed.
Applicants must apply for specific communities and will be placed on that community's waiting list.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Quincy Housing Authority directly at (217) 222-0720 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 Quincy Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Quincy Housing Authority 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 Quincy Housing Authority, 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 $46,550/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 Quincy Housing Authority directly at (217) 222-0720 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 Quincy Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Quincy Housing Authority manages approximately 704 assisted housing units (349 Section 8, 355 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Quincy. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Quincy Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Quincy Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Quincy Housing Authority manages approximately 355 Public Housing units in Quincy. 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 Quincy Housing Authority 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 Quincy. This program serves approximately 349 households. 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 Quincy Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Quincy. 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 Quincy Housing Authority?
Quincy Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Quincy Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Adams County, IL. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $46,550. 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 | $19,600 | $32,600 | $52,150 |
| 2 Persons | $22,400 | $37,250 | $59,600 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $41,900 | $67,050 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $46,550 | $74,500 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $50,300 | $80,500 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $54,000 | $86,450 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $57,750 | $92,400 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $61,450 | $98,350 |
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 Quincy Housing Authority — including across state lines.