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Verification documents & forms must be done during application hours:
Monday-Thursday, 9:00-11:00 a.m.

Special appointments will be available to accommodate work or school schedules.
Those applying from a city/county more than one hour away must contact the office within 5 business days to arrange a phone interview.

The online application will begin your process.

Terms & Conditions

You must check the box and agree to the Terms & Conditions above to begin your application.

Terms & Conditions *

I have read and understand that I must submit the above items, complete and sign additional HUD forms at the MHA office within five (5) business days to complete my application.

**CHILD CUSTODY

When adding household members to the application, DO NOT include children who are not currently living with you at least 50% of the time. If a child is temporarily absent or has visitation, a bedroom cannot be assigned unless custody verification is submitted.

Reporting Changes

Any changes with income, household members, or contact information (address/phone #) should be reported in writing to the office within 14 calendar days. Missed deadlines or appointments due to an incorrect address will result in the application being withdrawn. (NO EXCEPTIONS)

Waiting List

Position on the waiting list is based on date and time of your application as well as unit size or type required. You will be screened for suitability and eligibility when your name is approximately 60 days from reaching the top of the waiting list. Upon successful completion of the screening process, your application will be placed on the ELIGIBLE list. You will be contacted for a unit when your name is reached and a unit is available in the size or type you require. MHA does NOT do emergency placement.

You may contact us at (423)586-5115 if you have any questions.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

SOCIAL SECURITY CARD (all household members)
FINAL DIVORCE DECREE (if applicable)
PROOF OF INCOME / SUPPORT (no more than 60 days old, check stubs must cover 4-6 weeks)
ASSETS (last 3 bank statements, property, life insurance, etc.)
MEDICAL VERIFICATION OF PREGNANCY (if applicable)
BIRTH CERTIFICATE (all household members)
PROOF OF CHILD CUSTODY (if applicable) **
PREVIOUS GOVERNMENT HOUSING NAME & ADDRESS (if applicable)
DRIVER’S LICENSE OR PHOTO I.D. (all adults)
RENTAL / RESIDENT HISTORY FOR LAST 2 YEARS (including landlord information)

Please read ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully on this screen. Your application will begin after you agree to the Terms & Conditions at the bottom of this page.

Once your application is submitted online you will have five (5) business days to come to the main office at 600 Sulphur Springs Road, Morristown, TN. ( All adult family members must be present). You are required to bring with you the documents listed below & sign additional HUD forms. Application hours are Monday – Thursday from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. Incomplete applications (including those with missing documents) will NOT be processed. If you have any questions, concerns, or need assistance with completing the application, please contact Katina Cloud at (423) 586-5115 ext. 8007 or kcloud@morristownpha.org.

YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE A REMINDER. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR PROVIDING THE REQUESTED INFORMATION DURING THE HOURS INDICATED ABOVE.

Submitting the application using a cell phone is NOT RECOMMENDED.

Morristown Housing Authority

(Morristown, Tennessee)