Shelbyville Housing Authority
Shelbyville, Tennessee
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22 hours ago
About Shelbyville Housing Authority
Shelbyville Housing Authority (HUD agency code TN039) is the public housing agency serving Shelbyville, Bedford County, Tennessee. It administers 240 public housing units.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 5 waiting lists at this agency, covering Public Housing, HCV, Mainstream, PBV, RAD. As of Aug 17, 2026, 1 is open and 4 are closed.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Bedford County, TN area. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $39,250 per year, and as Low Income at or below $62,800 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 6 status changes at this agency, most recently on Aug 12, 2026. Always confirm current status with the agency directly before applying.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
The Shelbyville Housing Authority is currently accepting Public Housing waiting list applications for families and senior/disabled individuals. Qualified applicants are placed on the waiting list by the date and time the application is received, with no stated preferences.
Other Programs
4 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.
The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program waiting list is currently closed.
Mainstream Vouchers do not have active waitlist information currently available.
Project-Based Vouchers do not have active waitlist information currently available.
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program has no active waitlist information currently available.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Shelbyville Housing Authority directly 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 Shelbyville Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Shelbyville 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 Shelbyville 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 $39,250/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 Shelbyville Housing Authority directly at 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 Shelbyville Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Shelbyville Housing Authority manages approximately 240 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Shelbyville. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Shelbyville Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Shelbyville Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Shelbyville Housing Authority manages approximately 240 Public Housing units in Shelbyville. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Shelbyville 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 Shelbyville. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Shelbyville Housing Authority 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.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Shelbyville Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Shelbyville. 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 Shelbyville Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Shelbyville maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Shelbyville Housing Authority?
Shelbyville Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Shelbyville Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Bedford County, TN. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $39,250. 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 | $16,500 | $27,500 | $44,000 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $31,400 | $50,250 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $35,350 | $56,550 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $39,250 | $62,800 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $42,400 | $67,850 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $45,550 | $72,850 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $48,700 | $77,900 |
| 8 Persons | $51,850 | $51,850 | $82,900 |
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 Shelbyville Housing Authority — including across state lines.