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About Union City Housing Authority
The Union City Housing Authority, located in Union City, Obion County, Tennessee (PHA Code: TN009), manages approximately 291 assisted housing units. This authority provides housing assistance programs for eligible low-income individuals and families within its service area.
Currently, the waitlist for the Public Housing program is open and accepting new applications. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, which previously had an open waitlist, is now closed and not accepting applications at this time.
For a family of four in the Obion County, TN area, the very low-income limit for eligibility is $37,800 per year. Prospective applicants for Public Housing should contact the Union City Housing Authority for detailed application procedures and requirements.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The waiting list is open for all units. Eligibility is based on annual gross income, qualification as elderly, a person with a disability, or as a family, and U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status. UCHA uses income limits developed by HUD.
View original notice — uchousing.orgOther 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 Union City Housing Authority does NOT have a Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Union City Housing Authority directly at (731) 885-1971 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 Union City Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Union City 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 Union City 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 $37,800/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 Union City Housing Authority directly at (731) 885-1971 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 Union City Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Union City Housing Authority manages approximately 291 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Union City. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Union City Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Union City Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Union City Housing Authority manages approximately 291 Public Housing units in Union City. 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 Union City 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 Union City. 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 Union City Housing Authority?
Union City Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Union City Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Obion County, TN. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $37,800. 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 | $15,900 | $26,500 | $42,350 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $30,250 | $48,400 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $34,050 | $54,450 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $37,800 | $60,500 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $40,850 | $65,350 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $43,850 | $70,200 |
| 7 Persons | $46,900 | $46,900 | $75,050 |
| 8 Persons | $49,900 | $49,900 | $79,900 |
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 Union City Housing Authority — including across state lines.