Public Housing Application Information

Admissions and Occupancy

The Athens Housing Authority meets the needs of individuals and families searching for affordable rental options. However, it is important to note that we are unable to provide emergency assistance housing.

Qualifying for a Housing Unit

There are a few steps to help us serve you to determine if you qualify for a housing unit.  To qualify you must meet the following criteria:

• Be a family as defined in the Athens Housing Authority’s Admission and Continued Occupancy Policy (ACOP).


• Meet the HUD requirements for citizenship and immigration status.


• Have an annual income at the time of admission that is not more than the income limits established by HUD (see chart below).
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

  Family Size	Your total family income must be less than …
  1	$32,850
  2	$37,550
  3	$42,250
  4	$46,900
  5	$50,700
  6	$54,450
  7	$58,200
  8	$61,950



• Meet HUD’s and the Athens Housing Authority’s standards for tenant selection criteria which include, but are not limited to,  criminal activity; drug abuse, sexual offender status; past rental history.


• Have no outstanding debt with another housing authority or other subsidized housing program.


• Be able and willing to comply with the Athens Housing Authority lease requirements.

Applying for a Housing Unit

We accept applications for housing year round; however, we do have a waiting list. The waiting list is based on the appropriate bedroom size for the family.  Our waiting list will only be closed in accordance with Athens Housing Authority policies and procedures, which allow for public notification.

Eligibility Application

If you meet the eligibility requirements, you may visit our office at 300 S. Rocksprings St. to obtain an application; or, call 706-425-5300 to have an application mailed; or, download the Eligibility Application below.

The application is currently under revision, please call 706-425-5300 to be placed on our call log. Doing so will allow you to go ahead and set your date and time of application.

Read all directions carefully, complete the information, and call the Athens Housing Authority at 706-425-5300 to arrange for an appointment with an Admissions and Occupancy staff member.  Appointments are made for Thursdays between 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Applications currently cannot be completed online nor can they be mailed into the office.
For your appointment, you must bring your completed application and the following:

• Your picture ID.


• Provide income verification such as pay stubs, bank statements, Social Security, SSI, VA, Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF), bank statements, or child support statements.


• Supply certified birth certificates and Social Security cards for all family members who will be living with you, including children.


• Provide information regarding marital status such as marriage license, divorce, or separation papers.

The above information must be brought to your appointment; otherwise, your application will not be processed.

Lifetime Prohibitions from Receiving Housing Assistance

Federal requirements prohibit Housing Authorities from providing assistance to the following individuals:

• Persons who are registered on any state sexual predator list.


• Persons who have been convicted for the manufacture or sale or methamphetamines.