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About Housing Authority of Greene County
The Housing Authority of Greene County (PHA Code: IL072), located in White Hall, Greene County, Illinois, manages approximately 60 assisted housing units.
Currently, the waitlist for the Public Housing program is open for new applications. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program and the Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) program waitlists are presently closed. For a family of four in the Greene County, IL area, the Very Low Income limit is $43,300 per year. Eligibility for housing assistance programs requires meeting specific income and other criteria set by the authority.
Recent activity indicates that the Public Housing waitlist transitioned from a closed status to open, while the HCV waitlist status changed from unknown to closed.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 23, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Eligibility is based on annual gross income, age or disability, and U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status; applications are placed on the waiting list based on bedroom size, preference category, and date and time received, with priority for families with children, elderly, and disabled individuals.
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.
Eligibility is based on annual gross income, age or disability, and U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status; former tenants with outstanding balances cannot reapply until the balance is paid in full.
The Housing Authority of Greene County manages RAD developments like Hopkins Estates and Tiger Trace, which are listed under Public Housing communities.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Housing Authority of Greene County directly at (217) 374-2128 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 Greene County
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of Greene County 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 Greene County, 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 Greene County directly at (217) 374-2128 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 Greene County, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of Greene County manages approximately 60 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in White Hall. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of Greene County
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of Greene County are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of Greene County manages approximately 60 Public Housing units in White Hall. 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 Greene County 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 White Hall. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Housing Authority of Greene County converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in White Hall 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 Greene County?
Housing Authority of Greene County Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of Greene County are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Greene County, IL. 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 | $30,350 | $48,550 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $34,650 | $55,450 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $39,000 | $62,400 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $43,300 | $69,300 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $46,800 | $74,850 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $50,250 | $80,400 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $53,700 | $85,950 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $57,200 | $91,500 |
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 Greene County — including across state lines.