Morgan Metropolitan Housing Authority
McConnelsville, Ohio
Last Updated
22 hours ago
About Morgan Metropolitan Housing Authority
Morgan Metropolitan Housing Authority (HUD agency code OH066) is the public housing agency serving McConnelsville, Morgan County, Ohio. It administers 60 public housing units and 153 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 2 waiting lists at this agency, covering HCV, Public Housing. As of Oct 5, 2026, 2 are open.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Morgan County, OH area. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $42,600 per year, and as Low Income at or below $68,150 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person or Mail or Phone
Additional Notes
The waiting list is currently open indefinitely for Morgan County, Ohio. Households served by Morgan Metropolitan Housing Authority are primarily extremely low-income and very low-income renters.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person or Mail or Phone
Additional Notes
The waiting list is currently open indefinitely for Morgan County, Ohio. Households served by Morgan Metropolitan Housing Authority are primarily extremely low-income and very low-income renters.
Official Application
Contact Morgan Metropolitan Housing Authority directly 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 Morgan Metropolitan Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Morgan Metropolitan Housing Authority currently has 2 open waiting lists (Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (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 Morgan 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 Morgan Metropolitan Housing Authority directly at 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 Morgan Metropolitan Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Morgan Metropolitan Housing Authority manages approximately 213 assisted housing units (153 Section 8, 60 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in McConnelsville. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Morgan Metropolitan Housing Authority
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) open
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Morgan 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 McConnelsville. This program serves approximately 153 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 Morgan Metropolitan Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Morgan Metropolitan Housing Authority manages approximately 60 Public Housing units in McConnelsville. 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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What are the income limits for Morgan Metropolitan Housing Authority?
Morgan Metropolitan Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Morgan Metropolitan Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Morgan County, OH. 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 Morgan Metropolitan Housing Authority — including across state lines.