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About Geauga Metropolitian Housing Authority
The Geauga Metropolitan Housing Authority (GMHA), PHA Code OH042, is located in Chardon, Geauga County, Ohio. GMHA manages approximately 427 assisted housing units. These include 184 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 243 Public Housing units, providing essential housing assistance within its service area.
GMHA administers various housing programs, including the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, the Mainstream program, and Public Housing. All of the agency's waiting lists are currently closed. This applies to the HCV, Mainstream, and Public Housing waiting lists. Both the Mainstream and Public Housing waiting lists recently changed from open to closed, reflecting their current status.
Applicants must meet specific income criteria to be eligible for assistance. For instance, a family of four in the Cleveland, OH HUD Metro FMR Area is considered Very Low Income if their annual household income does not exceed $49,700. Potential applicants should be aware that all waiting lists are presently closed.
Other Programs
3 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.
GMHA is no longer accepting online applications for Housing Choice Vouchers. Paper applications are accepted only. GMHA will contact applicants when they are at the top of the waitlist. Preferences include Veteran or widow of veteran, Upward Mobility, and additional points for Mainstream Vouchers (transitioning out of institutional settings, homeless or at risk of homelessness, non-elderly disabled).
GMHA was awarded Mainstream Vouchers to serve non-elderly, disabled individuals and families. Additional preferences are available for those transitioning out of an institutional or other segregated setting, homeless or at risk of homelessness. For more information, contact Tracy Richardson at ext. 105 or Skylar Thorsen at ext 100.
GMHA is no longer accepting online applications for Public Housing. Paper applications are accepted only. GMHA will contact applicants when they are at the top of the waitlist. Preferences include Veteran or widow of veteran and Upward Mobility.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Geauga Metropolitian Housing Authority directly at (440) 286-7413 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
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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 Geauga Metropolitian Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 3 waiting lists at Geauga Metropolitian Housing Authority 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 Geauga Metropolitian 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 $49,700/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 Geauga Metropolitian Housing Authority directly at (440) 286-7413 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 Geauga Metropolitian Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Geauga Metropolitian Housing Authority manages approximately 427 assisted housing units (184 Section 8, 243 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Chardon. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Geauga Metropolitian Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Geauga Metropolitian 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 Chardon. This program serves approximately 184 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Geauga Metropolitian Housing Authority are specifically designated for non-elderly individuals with disabilities. These vouchers work like standard HCVs but are reserved for this population and often have separate, shorter waitlists.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Geauga Metropolitian Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Geauga Metropolitian Housing Authority manages approximately 243 Public Housing units in Chardon. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Geauga Metropolitian Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Geauga Metropolitian Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Cleveland, OH HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $49,700. 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 | $20,900 | $34,800 | $55,650 |
| 2 Persons | $23,850 | $39,800 | $63,600 |
| 3 Persons | $26,850 | $44,750 | $71,550 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $49,700 | $79,500 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $53,700 | $85,900 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $57,700 | $92,250 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $61,650 | $98,600 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $65,650 | $104,950 |
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 Geauga Metropolitian Housing Authority — including across state lines.