Tuscarawas Metropolitian Housing Authority
New Philadelphia, Ohio
Last Updated
22 hours ago
About Tuscarawas Metropolitian Housing Authority
The Tuscarawas Metropolitan Housing Authority (PHA Code: OH063) serves New Philadelphia and the wider Tuscarawas County, Ohio. This authority manages approximately 619 assisted housing units, all provided through the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program.
The Tuscarawas Metropolitan Housing Authority administers programs such as the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Mainstream, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, and Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD). All waiting lists for these programs, including HCV, are currently closed to new applications.
For a very low-income family of four in Tuscarawas County, the maximum income to qualify is $43,650 per year. The HCV waitlist has experienced changes in status, having been both open and closed recently, but is presently closed. Interested individuals should monitor for any future announcements regarding waitlist openings.
Other Programs
5 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.
Applications must be submitted online. No paper applications postmarked after June 8, 2021, will be accepted. The length of the waiting list varies and new clients can only be assisted when current clients leave the program or if new funding is received. A wait of 12 months or more is not uncommon.
No active waitlist information currently available, and no future opening is announced.
No active waitlist information currently available, and no future opening is announced.
No active waitlist information currently available, and no future opening is announced.
No active waitlist information currently available, and no future opening is announced.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Tuscarawas Metropolitian Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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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 Tuscarawas Metropolitian Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 1 waiting list at Tuscarawas 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 Tuscarawas 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 $43,650/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
Apply directly through the official Tuscarawas Metropolitian Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf. If applying online, take a screenshot of your confirmation page for your records.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Tuscarawas Metropolitian Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Tuscarawas Metropolitian Housing Authority manages approximately 619 assisted housing units (619 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in New Philadelphia. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Tuscarawas Metropolitian Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Tuscarawas 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 New Philadelphia. This program serves approximately 619 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 Tuscarawas 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.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Tuscarawas Metropolitian Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in New Philadelphia. Unlike the standard Housing Choice Voucher, PBV assistance stays with the property — not with you. However, after one year of occupancy, you may request a standard portable voucher. PBV waitlists often move faster because fewer applicants know about them.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Tuscarawas Metropolitian Housing Authority 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Tuscarawas Metropolitian Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in New Philadelphia maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Tuscarawas Metropolitian Housing Authority?
Tuscarawas Metropolitian Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Tuscarawas Metropolitian Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Tuscarawas County, OH. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $43,650. 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 | $18,350 | $30,550 | $48,900 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $34,950 | $55,900 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $39,300 | $62,900 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $43,650 | $69,850 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $47,150 | $75,450 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $50,650 | $81,050 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $54,150 | $86,650 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $57,650 | $92,250 |
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 Tuscarawas Metropolitian Housing Authority — including across state lines.