Housing Authority of the City of Franklin
Franklin, Pennsylvania
Last Updated
19 hours ago
About Housing Authority of the City of Franklin
The Housing Authority of the City of Franklin (PHA Code: PA056) provides assisted housing options for residents in Franklin, Venango County, Pennsylvania. This authority manages approximately 256 housing units, which includes 101 Public Housing units and 155 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV).
Currently, the waitlist for the Public Housing program is open for new applications. The waitlists for the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Mainstream, and Project-Based Voucher (PBV) programs are presently closed. Recently, the Public Housing program waitlist transitioned from closed to open, while the HCV program waitlist changed from open to closed. Applicants for Public Housing must meet specific income guidelines; for example, a very low-income family of four in the Venango County, PA area has an income limit of $41,850 per year.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Applications are accepted for families and senior/disabled individuals. Residency in the City of Franklin may affect required initial documentation.
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.
Currently, the waiting list for housing assistance at Franklin Housing Authority is approximately 6 to 12 months.
Franklin Housing Authority is not currently accepting applications. Please check back frequently for updates.
Franklin Project-Based Voucher Waiting List Section 8 Project-Based Voucher Waiting List is Closed as of February 2026. The waiting list was last open in July 2025 and remains closed.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City of Franklin 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 Housing Authority of the City of Franklin
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the City of Franklin 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 Housing Authority of the City of Franklin, 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 $41,850/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 Housing Authority of the City of Franklin 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 Housing Authority of the City of Franklin, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Franklin manages approximately 256 assisted housing units (155 Section 8, 101 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Franklin. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Franklin
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the City of Franklin are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of the City of Franklin manages approximately 101 Public Housing units in Franklin. 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 Housing Authority of the City of Franklin 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 Franklin. This program serves approximately 155 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 Housing Authority of the City of Franklin 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 Housing Authority of the City of Franklin are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Franklin. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Housing Authority of the City of Franklin?
Housing Authority of the City of Franklin Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Franklin are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Venango County, PA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $41,850. 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 | $17,600 | $29,300 | $46,900 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $33,500 | $53,600 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $37,700 | $60,300 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $41,850 | $66,950 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $45,200 | $72,350 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $48,550 | $77,700 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $51,900 | $83,050 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $55,250 | $88,400 |
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 Housing Authority of the City of Franklin — including across state lines.