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About Woodbury Housing Authority
The Woodbury Housing Authority, PHA Code TN077, serves Woodbury in Cannon County, Tennessee. It manages approximately 100 assisted housing units, providing essential housing support to eligible residents within the community.
Currently, the Woodbury Housing Authority is accepting applications for its Public Housing program and its general Voucher Programs. Please note that the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is presently closed to new applicants.
Applicants must meet specific income guidelines to be eligible for assistance. For instance, the very low-income limit for a family of four in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN HUD Metro FMR Area is $57,400 per year. This income threshold applies to determine eligibility for the programs offered.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 7, 2026
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
Accepts pre-applications. Provides housing for eligible low-income families, older adults, and people with disabilities; applicants must meet income guidelines and be 18 years or older, and declining two invitations will purge an application from the waitlist.
Voucher Programs Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
Woodbury Housing Authority's Voucher Programs department is accepting pre-applications.
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 Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program for Cannon County is administered by the Tennessee Housing Development Agency (THDA). Their waitlist is currently closed with no application dates scheduled.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Woodbury Housing Authority directly at (615) 563-5276 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 Woodbury Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Woodbury Housing Authority currently has 2 open waiting lists (Public Housing, Voucher Programs). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Woodbury 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 $57,400/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 Woodbury Housing Authority directly at (615) 563-5276 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 Woodbury Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Woodbury Housing Authority manages approximately 100 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Woodbury. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Woodbury Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Woodbury Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Woodbury Housing Authority manages approximately 100 Public Housing units in Woodbury. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Voucher Programs open
The Voucher Programs program at Woodbury Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Woodbury. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Woodbury 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 Woodbury. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is applying at Woodbury Housing Authority free?
How long is the wait at Woodbury Housing Authority?
Can I apply to other housing authorities while on this waitlist?
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What are the income limits for Woodbury Housing Authority?
Woodbury Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Woodbury Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $57,400. 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 | $24,150 | $40,200 | $64,300 |
| 2 Persons | $27,600 | $45,950 | $73,500 |
| 3 Persons | $31,050 | $51,700 | $82,700 |
| 4 Persons | $34,450 | $57,400 | $91,850 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $62,000 | $99,200 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $66,600 | $106,550 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $71,200 | $113,900 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $75,800 | $121,250 |
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 Woodbury Housing Authority — including across state lines.