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About Four Square Community Action, Inc.
Four Square Community Action, Inc. (PHA Code: NC146) is a housing authority located in Andrews, Cherokee County, North Carolina. This authority manages approximately 473 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and also offers a Public Housing program.
Currently, the Public Housing program is open for applications. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is presently closed to new applicants. For a family of four in the Cherokee County, NC area, the Very Low Income limit is $38,200 per year to be eligible for assistance. Applicants should be aware that programs have specific income and eligibility requirements.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Currently accepting applications for families and senior/disabled individuals. Families with children, elderly, and disabled individuals may receive priority placement.
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.
Individuals/families are not eligible to be put on the waiting list until income eligibility is determined and all supporting documentation has been received by FSCA. Applications must be mailed or brought to the FSCA office for qualification.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Four Square Community Action, Inc. directly at (828) 321-4475 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 Four Square Community Action, Inc.
Check Current Status
Four Square Community Action, Inc. 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 Four Square Community Action, Inc., 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 $38,200/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 Four Square Community Action, Inc. directly at (828) 321-4475 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 Four Square Community Action, Inc., keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Four Square Community Action, Inc. manages approximately 473 assisted housing units (473 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Andrews. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Four Square Community Action, Inc.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Four Square Community Action, Inc. are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. 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 Four Square Community Action, Inc. 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 Andrews. This program serves approximately 473 households. 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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Four Square Community Action, Inc. Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Four Square Community Action, Inc. are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Cherokee County, NC. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $38,200. 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 | $16,050 | $26,750 | $42,800 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $30,600 | $48,900 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $34,400 | $55,000 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $38,200 | $61,100 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $41,300 | $66,000 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $44,350 | $70,900 |
| 7 Persons | $47,400 | $47,400 | $75,800 |
| 8 Persons | $50,450 | $50,450 | $80,700 |
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 Four Square Community Action, Inc. — including across state lines.