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About Loudon Housing Authority
Loudon Housing Authority (PHA Code: TN064) provides affordable housing assistance in Loudon, Loudon County, Tennessee. This authority administers various programs designed to support low-income individuals and families in the area.
Currently, the Public Housing program waitlist is open for new applications. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program waitlist is closed, a recent update from its previous unknown status. Information regarding Project-Based Vouchers (PBV) and Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) programs is unknown at this time.
To qualify for assistance, applicants must meet specific income guidelines. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for the Knoxville, TN HUD Metro FMR Area is $49,700 per year. Prospective applicants for the Public Housing program should contact the Loudon Housing Authority directly for application procedures and current waitlist status.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
The Loudon Housing Authority accepts applications for families and senior/disabled individuals. Preferences include homeless applicants, those with disabilities, elderly, veterans, those exiting domestic abuse, and those with income at or below 50% of the local average. To apply, visit the office at 124 Pathkiller Tr., Loudon, TN, to pick up an application, and then hand-deliver the completed application from the 10th to the 25th of the month during office hours.
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.
Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) provide rental assistance that tenants can use in the private market. The voucher covers a portion of rent, with tenants typically paying 30% of their adjusted gross income. Participants can choose any housing that meets program requirements.
Information on Project-Based Voucher programs at Loudon Housing Authority is not available.
Information on Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) programs at Loudon Housing Authority is not available.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Loudon Housing Authority directly at (865) 458-2061 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 Loudon Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Loudon 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 Loudon 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 Loudon Housing Authority directly at (865) 458-2061 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 Loudon Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Wait times vary from 6 months to over 5 years depending on local demand and funding. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Loudon Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Loudon 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 Loudon 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 Loudon. 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 Loudon Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Loudon. 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 Loudon Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Loudon maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is applying at Loudon Housing Authority free?
How long is the wait at Loudon Housing Authority?
Can I apply to other housing authorities while on this waitlist?
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What are the income limits for Loudon Housing Authority?
Loudon Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Loudon 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 Loudon Housing Authority — including across state lines.