Perry County Metropolitan Housing Authority
Crooksville, Ohio
Last Updated
20 hours ago
About Perry County Metropolitan Housing Authority
Perry County Metropolitan Housing Authority (PCMHA), located in Crooksville, Perry County, Ohio, provides housing assistance to eligible low-income individuals and families. The authority manages approximately 336 assisted housing units.
PCMHA offers two primary housing programs that are currently open for applications: the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, which includes approximately 218 Section 8 vouchers, and the Public Housing program, with 118 units available. PCMHA also administers a Perry DD Supported Living Program, though its current application status is unknown.
For a family of four applying for assistance, the Very Low Income limit for the Perry County, OH HUD Metro FMR Area is $42,600 per year. Applicants should note that program eligibility is determined by specific criteria including income and family size.
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Preferences include disabled, homeless, veterans, and local residents.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Preferences include elderly, disabled, living/working in Perry County, veteran, employed, victim of domestic violence, or homeless. Apartments in Crooksville are for senior living and are smoke-free.
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 waitlist information currently available for this program.
Official Application
Contact Perry County Metropolitan Housing Authority directly at (740) 982-5991 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 Perry County Metropolitan Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Perry County Metropolitan Housing Authority currently has 2 open waiting lists (HCV, Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Perry County Metropolitan 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 $42,600/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 Perry County Metropolitan Housing Authority directly at (740) 982-5991 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 Perry County Metropolitan Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Perry County Metropolitan Housing Authority manages approximately 336 assisted housing units (218 Section 8, 118 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Crooksville. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Perry County Metropolitan Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) open
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Perry County Metropolitan 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 Crooksville. This program serves approximately 218 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Perry County Metropolitan Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Perry County Metropolitan Housing Authority manages approximately 118 Public Housing units in Crooksville. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Perry DD Supported Living Program closed
The Perry DD Supported Living Program program at Perry County Metropolitan Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Crooksville. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Perry County Metropolitan Housing Authority?
Perry County Metropolitan Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Perry County Metropolitan Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Perry County, OH HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $42,600. 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 | $17,900 | $29,850 | $47,750 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $34,100 | $54,550 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $38,350 | $61,350 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $42,600 | $68,150 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $46,050 | $73,650 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $49,450 | $79,100 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $52,850 | $84,550 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $56,250 | $90,000 |
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 Perry County Metropolitan Housing Authority — including across state lines.