Knoxville's Community Development Corporation
Knoxville, Tennessee
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About Knoxville's Community Development Corporation
Knoxville's Community Development Corporation (HUD agency code TN003) is the public housing agency serving Knoxville, Knox County, Tennessee. It administers 188 public housing units and 4,251 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 22 waiting lists at this agency, covering FYI, HCV, Mainstream, Other, Public Housing, Senior, VASH, FUP, Mod Rehab, PBV, RAD. As of May 6, 2026, 16 are open and 6 are closed.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Knoxville, TN HUD Metro FMR Area. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $49,700 per year, and as Low Income at or below $79,500 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 37 status changes at this agency, most recently on Sep 24, 2026. Always confirm current status with the agency directly before applying.
Foster Youth to Independence (FYI) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
Applicants must apply with the Department of Children's Services, who then send a referral to KCDC. Inquire with the Department of Children's Services office at 865-329-8879 for more information.
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Housing Choice Voucher applications are only accepted on the second Wednesday of each month from 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Applications are processed by date and time received.
Mainstream Voucher Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Oct 14, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Mainstream Vouchers assist non-elderly persons with disabilities and are administered using the same rules as other Housing Choice Vouchers. Eligible applicants for the tenant-based voucher program will be added to the Mainstream Voucher waiting list if vouchers are available.
Other Programs Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
KCDC is currently accepting applications for Family Housing Properties and Family-Style Housing using site-based waiting lists; applicants must designate and apply for each property of interest. KCDC Admissions staff is available for assistance by phone.
Family Housing Properties
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This program is open for applications for specific family housing properties. Applications can be submitted online or a paper application can be requested via phone.
Family-Style Housing
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This program is open for applications for specific family-style housing properties. Applications can be submitted online or a paper application can be requested via phone.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
KCDC uses site-based waiting lists, so applicants must designate and apply for each property in which they are interested. All of KCDC’s properties have waiting lists.
Senior Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This program is available for applications. Applications can be submitted online or a paper application can be requested via phone.
62 or Older
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applications are accepted for specific properties designated for individuals aged 62 or older, utilizing site-based waiting lists with no deadline.
Elderly Only Housing
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applications are accepted for specific properties designated for individuals aged 62 or older, utilizing site-based waiting lists with no deadline.
Elderly or Disabled Housing
Status
open
Open Date
Jun 1, 2021
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applications are accepted for specific properties designated for elderly or disabled individuals, utilizing site-based waiting lists with no deadline.
Elderly or Disabled Housing Properties
Status
open
Open Date
Jun 1, 2021
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
These programs provide housing for elderly or elderly and disabled individuals. KCDC uses site-based waiting lists and accepts applications with no deadline.
Elderly/Disabled Housing
Status
open
Open Date
Jun 1, 2021
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applications are accepted for specific properties designated for individuals aged 62 or older, or elderly and disabled, utilizing site-based waiting lists with no deadline. The Elderly or Disabled Housing waitlist opened on June 1, 2021.
Elderly/Disabled Housing Properties
Status
open
Open Date
Jun 1, 2021
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
These programs provide housing for elderly or elderly and disabled individuals. KCDC uses site-based waiting lists and accepts applications with no deadline; the Elderly or Disabled Housing Properties waitlist opened June 1, 2021.
Senior and Disabled
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This program is available for applications. Applications can be submitted online or a paper application can be requested via phone.
Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
This program is for homeless veterans and requires specific eligibility criteria, with applicants referred to KCDC by the VA Homeless Team.
Other Programs
6 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.
Applicants must inquire with the Department of Children's Services office at 865-329-8879, and if approved, they will send KCDC a referral for families for whom lack of adequate housing is a primary factor in the imminent placement of children in out-of-home care.
The Moderate Rehabilitation program at Knoxville's Community Development Corporation is currently closed.
This Project-Based rental housing waiting list is closed with no announced reopening date.
As of June 1, 2025, PBV waiting lists are maintained by individual property owners, and applicants apply directly to the property of their choice, with KCDC confirming eligibility.
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance, allowing housing authorities to leverage private funding for property rehabilitation while preserving long-term affordability for residents.
The waiting list for Elderly Designated Housing closed on January 1, 2024, with no announced reopening date.
Status History
Deadline: May 14, 2026
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Knoxville's Community Development Corporation 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 Knoxville's Community Development Corporation
Check Current Status
Knoxville's Community Development Corporation currently has 16 open waiting lists (Foster Youth to Independence (FYI), Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Mainstream Voucher, Other Programs, Public Housing, Senior Housing, Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH)). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Knoxville's Community Development Corporation, 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
Apply directly through the official Knoxville's Community Development Corporation portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Knoxville's Community Development Corporation, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Knoxville's Community Development Corporation manages approximately 4,439 assisted housing units (4,251 Section 8, 188 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Knoxville. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Knoxville's Community Development Corporation
FYI Foster Youth to Independence (FYI) open
The Foster Youth to Independence (FYI) program at Knoxville's Community Development Corporation provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Knoxville. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) open
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Knoxville's Community Development Corporation 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 Knoxville. This program serves approximately 4,251 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher open
Mainstream Vouchers at Knoxville's Community Development Corporation 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. The application window closes on October 14, 2026.
Other Other Programs open
The Other Programs program at Knoxville's Community Development Corporation provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Knoxville. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Knoxville's Community Development Corporation are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Knoxville's Community Development Corporation manages approximately 188 Public Housing units in Knoxville. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Senior Senior Housing open
The Senior Housing program at Knoxville's Community Development Corporation provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Knoxville. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
VASH Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH) open
The HUD-VASH program at Knoxville's Community Development Corporation combines Housing Choice Vouchers with VA supportive services for homeless veterans in Knoxville. Referrals are made through the local VA Medical Center — contact the VA to begin the application process.
FUP Family Unification Program (FUP) closed
The Family Unification Program (FUP) program at Knoxville's Community Development Corporation provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Knoxville. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Mod Rehab Moderate Rehabilitation (Mod Rehab) closed
The Moderate Rehabilitation (Mod Rehab) program at Knoxville's Community Development Corporation provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Knoxville. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Knoxville's Community Development Corporation are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Knoxville. 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 (RAD) closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Knoxville's Community Development Corporation converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Knoxville maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Knoxville's Community Development Corporation Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Knoxville's Community Development Corporation 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 Knoxville's Community Development Corporation — including across state lines.