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About Mount Clemens Housing Commission
The Mount Clemens Housing Commission, located in Mount Clemens, Macomb County, Michigan, manages approximately 292 assisted housing units. This authority offers housing assistance through its Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) programs.
Currently, all waiting lists for the Mount Clemens Housing Commission are closed. The Public Housing program's waiting list recently changed from open to closed, while the status for the HCV program is unknown but not accepting applications at this time.
For potential applicants, the Very Low Income limit for a family of four in the Detroit-Warren-Livonia, MI HUD Metro FMR Area is $50,500 per year. Please note that the Commission is not accepting new applications for any programs at present.
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 Clemens Towers waiting list closed on March 11, 2026. Eligibility includes meeting income guidelines, no criminal activity for the past five years, and individuals on the Sex Offender Registry are ineligible. A preference point system is used.
No active waitlist information is currently available for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program. This program provides rental assistance where tenants typically pay 30% of their adjusted gross income.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Mount Clemens Housing Commission directly at (586) 468-1434 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 Mount Clemens Housing Commission
Check Current Status
All 1 waiting list at Mount Clemens Housing Commission 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 Mount Clemens Housing Commission, 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 $50,500/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 Mount Clemens Housing Commission directly at (586) 468-1434 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 Mount Clemens Housing Commission, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Mount Clemens Housing Commission manages approximately 292 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Mount Clemens. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Mount Clemens Housing Commission
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Mount Clemens Housing Commission are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Mount Clemens Housing Commission manages approximately 292 Public Housing units in Mount Clemens. 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 Mount Clemens Housing Commission 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 Mount Clemens. 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 Mount Clemens Housing Commission?
Mount Clemens Housing Commission Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Mount Clemens Housing Commission are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Detroit-Warren-Livonia, MI HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $50,500. 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 |
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| 1 Person | $21,250 | $35,350 | $56,600 |
| 2 Persons | $24,250 | $40,400 | $64,650 |
| 3 Persons | $27,300 | $45,450 | $72,750 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $50,500 | $80,800 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $54,550 | $87,300 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $58,600 | $93,750 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $62,650 | $100,200 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $66,700 | $106,700 |
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 Mount Clemens Housing Commission — including across state lines.