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About Clinton Housing Authority
The Clinton Housing Authority (CHA), located in Clinton, Anderson County, Tennessee (PHA Code: TN022), manages approximately 150 assisted housing units. CHA administers programs designed to provide affordable housing options, primarily through its Public Housing program and the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program.
Currently, the waitlist for the Public Housing program is open for new applications. The HCV program's waitlist is currently closed. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit in the Knoxville, TN HUD Metro FMR Area, as determined by HUD, is $49,700 per year. This income guideline helps determine eligibility for assisted housing.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person, Mail, Phone
Additional Notes
The Clinton Housing Authority is currently accepting Public Housing waiting list applications for families and senior/disabled individuals. No specific preferences were noted.
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.
The statewide Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program waitlist managed by the Tennessee Housing Development Agency (THDA) is currently closed. The East Tennessee Human Resource Agency, which serves Anderson County (where Clinton is located), also indicates no open waitlists for HCV.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Clinton Housing Authority directly at (865) 457-9692 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 Clinton Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Clinton 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 Clinton 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 $49,700/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 Clinton Housing Authority directly at (865) 457-9692 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 Clinton Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Clinton Housing Authority manages approximately 150 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Clinton. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Clinton Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Clinton Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Clinton Housing Authority manages approximately 150 Public Housing units in Clinton. 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 Clinton 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 Clinton. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Clinton Housing Authority?
Clinton Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Clinton Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Knoxville, TN HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $49,700. 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 | $20,900 | $34,750 | $55,650 |
| 2 Persons | $23,850 | $39,750 | $63,600 |
| 3 Persons | $26,850 | $44,700 | $71,550 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $49,700 | $79,500 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $53,650 | $85,900 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $57,650 | $92,250 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $61,650 | $98,600 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $65,600 | $104,950 |
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 Clinton Housing Authority — including across state lines.