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Granite City Housing Authority
Granite City, Illinois
Last Updated
6 hours ago
About Granite City Housing Authority
The Granite City Housing Authority (PHA Code: IL005) serves Granite City, Madison County, Illinois. This authority manages approximately 355 assisted housing units, providing housing support to eligible residents.
The Granite City Housing Authority administers both Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) programs. Currently, applications are being accepted for the Public Housing program. The HCV program waitlist is closed; its status recently changed from unknown to closed.
For applicants to the Public Housing program, income limits apply. For example, a family of four is considered Very Low Income with an annual income up to $55,700 in the St. Louis, MO-IL HUD Metro FMR Area. Only applications for the Public Housing program are currently being accepted.
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Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
The waiting list is organized by bedroom size, determined by family size. Applicants are contacted by mail when they near the top of the list.
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.
Eligibility is generally based on income below 50% of the Area Median Income, family size, and citizenship status.
Provides rental assistance specifically for non-elderly persons with disabilities to aid in transitioning from or avoiding institutionalization.
No active waitlist information currently available.
No active waitlist information currently available for the Rental Assistance Demonstration program.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Granite City 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 Granite City Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Granite 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 Granite 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 $55,700/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 Granite City 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 Granite City Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Granite City Housing Authority manages approximately 355 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Granite City. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Granite City Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Granite City Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Granite City Housing Authority manages approximately 355 Public Housing units in Granite 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 Granite 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 Granite City. 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 Granite City 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 closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Granite City Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Granite City. 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 closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Granite City Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Granite City maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is applying at Granite City Housing Authority free?
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Can I apply to other housing authorities while on this waitlist?
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What are the income limits for Granite City Housing Authority?
Granite City Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Granite City Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for St. Louis, MO-IL HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $55,700. 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 |
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| 1 Person | $23,400 | $39,000 | $62,400 |
| 2 Persons | $26,750 | $44,600 | $71,300 |
| 3 Persons | $30,100 | $50,150 | $80,200 |
| 4 Persons | $33,400 | $55,700 | $89,100 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $60,200 | $96,250 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $64,650 | $103,400 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $69,100 | $110,500 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $73,550 | $117,650 |
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 Granite City Housing Authority — including across state lines.