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About Municipal Housing Agency Of Manning
The Municipal Housing Agency Of Manning, located in Manning, Carroll County, Iowa, manages approximately 30 assisted housing units. This agency provides housing assistance through its Public Housing program and previously through the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program.
Currently, the Public Housing program waitlist is open for new applications. Please note that the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program waitlist is presently closed. These statuses reflect recent updates, as the Public Housing waitlist changed from an unknown status to open, while the HCV waitlist transitioned from unknown to closed.
Prospective applicants for the Public Housing program must meet income eligibility requirements. For instance, a family of four in the Carroll County, IA area must have an income at or below the Very Low Income limit of $49,400 per year. It is advisable for interested individuals to contact the agency directly for detailed eligibility information and application instructions.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
Preferences are given to those 50 and older, those who are 18 years old and disabled, or those from the local IKM-Manning school district and Templeton. Wait times can vary from 6 months to over 5 years.
Other Programs
1 programThese 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.
No active waitlist openings are currently available for the Housing Choice Voucher program.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Municipal Housing Agency Of Manning directly at (712) 655-2155 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 Municipal Housing Agency Of Manning
Check Current Status
Municipal Housing Agency Of Manning 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 Municipal Housing Agency Of Manning, 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 $49,400/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 Municipal Housing Agency Of Manning directly at (712) 655-2155 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 Municipal Housing Agency Of Manning, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Municipal Housing Agency Of Manning manages approximately 30 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Manning. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Municipal Housing Agency Of Manning
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Municipal Housing Agency Of Manning are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Municipal Housing Agency Of Manning manages approximately 30 Public Housing units in Manning. 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 Municipal Housing Agency Of Manning 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 Manning. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Municipal Housing Agency Of Manning?
Municipal Housing Agency Of Manning Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Municipal Housing Agency Of Manning are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Carroll County, IA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $49,400. 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 | $20,800 | $34,600 | $55,350 |
| 2 Persons | $23,750 | $39,550 | $63,250 |
| 3 Persons | $26,700 | $44,500 | $71,150 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $49,400 | $79,050 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $53,400 | $85,400 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $57,350 | $91,700 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $61,300 | $98,050 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $65,250 | $104,350 |
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 Municipal Housing Agency Of Manning — including across state lines.