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About Brownsville Housing Authority
The Brownsville Housing Authority (PHA Code: TN013) serves residents of Brownsville, Haywood County, Tennessee. It administers approximately 220 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and operates a Public Housing program.
Currently, the Public Housing program is open to new applicants. Other programs, including the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Project-Based Voucher (PBV), and Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) programs, are currently closed. Applicants should note that the Public Housing program recently transitioned from a closed to an open status, while the RAD program moved from an open to a closed status.
For a family of four in the Haywood County, TN area, the Very Low Income limit is $37,450 per year. These income limits are subject to change and are set by federal guidelines.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
The multi-family housing program is open to accepting applications at this time. You must come by the office and pick up an application and an appointment will be made at that time for you to return with the required documents needed.
View original notice — brownsvilleha.orgOther 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.
Section 8 openings will only be online when available and will be posted in the county paper and different locations including, the BHA office, courthouse, library, city hall, Haywood Criminal Justice Center, post office, and Haywood County Health Department.
This waiting list is specifically for Project Based rental housing assistance under the Multi Family Housing Program.
In the near future, the Public Housing program will be converting to a program called RAD.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Brownsville Housing Authority directly at (731) 585-0143 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 Brownsville Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Brownsville Housing Authority 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 Brownsville 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 $37,450/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 Brownsville Housing Authority directly at (731) 585-0143 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 Brownsville Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Brownsville Housing Authority manages approximately 220 assisted housing units (220 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Brownsville. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Brownsville Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Brownsville 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.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Brownsville 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 Brownsville. This program serves approximately 220 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Brownsville Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Brownsville. 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Brownsville Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Brownsville 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 Brownsville Housing Authority?
Brownsville Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Brownsville Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Haywood County, TN. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $37,450. 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 | $15,750 | $26,250 | $41,950 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $29,950 | $47,950 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $33,750 | $53,950 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $37,450 | $59,900 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $40,450 | $64,700 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $43,450 | $69,500 |
| 7 Persons | $46,450 | $46,450 | $74,300 |
| 8 Persons | $49,450 | $49,450 | $79,100 |
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 Brownsville Housing Authority — including across state lines.