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About Rockwood Housing Authority
The Rockwood Housing Authority (RHA) manages approximately 124 assisted housing units in Rockwood, Roane County, Tennessee. RHA offers housing assistance through its Public Housing program and the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program.
Currently, the Public Housing waitlist is open for new applications. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program waitlist is closed and not accepting applications. To qualify for the Public Housing program, income limits apply based on household size. For example, a family of four applying for Public Housing must meet the Very Low Income limit of $45,400 per year or less for the Roane County, TN HUD Metro FMR Area.
Applicants interested in affordable housing assistance in the Rockwood area should focus on applying for the Public Housing program while its waitlist is open.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
Applications are available for pick up Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 5:30 pm EDT, and completed applications must be hand-delivered on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm. Preference is given to homeless applicants.
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 Tennessee Housing Development Agency (THDA) Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) waiting list is currently closed statewide. Rockwood Housing Authority manages 0 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Rockwood Housing Authority directly at (865) 354-9841 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 Rockwood Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Rockwood 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 Rockwood 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 $45,400/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
Contact Rockwood Housing Authority directly at (865) 354-9841 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 Rockwood Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Rockwood Housing Authority manages approximately 124 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Rockwood. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Rockwood Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Rockwood Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Rockwood Housing Authority manages approximately 124 Public Housing units in Rockwood. 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 Rockwood 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 Rockwood. 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 Rockwood Housing Authority?
Rockwood Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Rockwood Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Roane County, TN HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $45,400. 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 | $19,100 | $31,800 | $50,900 |
| 2 Persons | $21,800 | $36,350 | $58,150 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $40,900 | $65,400 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $45,400 | $72,650 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $49,050 | $78,500 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $52,700 | $84,300 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $56,300 | $90,100 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $59,950 | $95,900 |
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 Rockwood Housing Authority — including across state lines.