Elizabethton Housing and Development Agency
Elizabethton, Tennessee
Last Updated
22 hours ago
About Elizabethton Housing and Development Agency
The Elizabethton Housing and Development Agency (EHDA), PHA Code TN076, is located in Elizabethton, Carter County, Tennessee. EHDA manages approximately 645 assisted housing units. This includes 326 Public Housing units and 319 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV).
EHDA currently offers Public Housing, which is open for applications. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) and Moderate Rehabilitation (Mod Rehab) programs are both currently closed to new applications; both the HCV and Mod Rehab programs recently changed from open to closed. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for the Johnson City, TN MSA area is $42,400 per year.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Pre-applications are currently being accepted for families and senior/disabled households. Applications are maintained on a waiting list according to the date and time filed. Eligibility is determined by income and non-economic criteria.
View original notice — elizabethtonhousing.orgOther Programs
2 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 are accepted on Thursdays from 7:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. and from 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Applications must be returned in person and are not accepted if dropped off or mailed in. Vacancies are filled from two waiting lists: Voucher only and Voucher/Mod Rehab. The waiting list is based on date and time of application.
Vacancies for Mod Rehab units are filled from a combined waiting list with the Voucher program. The application method for Section 8 (which includes Mod Rehab) requires in-person submission on Thursdays during specific hours.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Elizabethton Housing and Development Agency 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 Elizabethton Housing and Development Agency
Check Current Status
Elizabethton Housing and Development Agency 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 Elizabethton Housing and Development Agency, 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 $42,400/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 Elizabethton Housing and Development Agency 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 Elizabethton Housing and Development Agency, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Elizabethton Housing and Development Agency manages approximately 645 assisted housing units (319 Section 8, 326 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Elizabethton. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Elizabethton Housing and Development Agency
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Elizabethton Housing and Development Agency are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Elizabethton Housing and Development Agency manages approximately 326 Public Housing units in Elizabethton. 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 Elizabethton Housing and Development Agency 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 Elizabethton. This program serves approximately 319 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Mod Rehab closed
The Mod Rehab program at Elizabethton Housing and Development Agency provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Elizabethton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Elizabethton Housing and Development Agency?
Elizabethton Housing and Development Agency Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Elizabethton Housing and Development Agency are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Johnson City, TN MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $42,400. 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 | $17,850 | $29,700 | $47,500 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $33,950 | $54,300 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $38,200 | $61,100 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $42,400 | $67,850 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $45,800 | $73,300 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $49,200 | $78,750 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $52,600 | $84,150 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $56,000 | $89,600 |
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 Elizabethton Housing and Development Agency — including across state lines.