**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 Missed deadlines or appointments due to an incorrect address will result in the application being withdrawn.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)
Applicants must complete a rental adjustment form at the office and provide verification of the change.
Additions to the applicant household require:
birth certificate
social security card
proof of income (if any)
completing an application at the office (adults only)
Rental Adjustment form
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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.
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.
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)
EFFECTIVE Monday, 3/16/2020
DUE TO COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS, THE MHA OFFICE WILL REMAIN CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
Staff can be reached by phone & e-mail for questions or assistance with the application process.
Required application forms will be mailed to applicants who submit an application online. The completed forms & supporting documents can be return to the MHA main office drop box or by mail. The link below provides information available at this time. Please return to this page during the upcoming days for updates.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR MODIFIED OFFICE PROCEDURES
Anyone with questions or needing assistance with the application process can contact Admissions Specialist,
Katina Cloud @ (423) 586-5115, ext. 8007 or by e-mail: kcloud@morristownpha.org.
You can also follow MHA on Facebook for updates as they become available.
Submitting the application using a cell phone is NOT RECOMMENDED.
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.
You must check the box and agree to the Terms & Conditions above to begin your application.
EFFECTIVE Monday, 3/16/2020
In an effort to reduce the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), MHA will temporarily modify the application process. Required application forms will be mailed to those who submit an online application. Completed forms & supporting documents can be returned to the MHA main office drop box or by mail. This procedure will remain in effect until further notice.
Morristown Housing Authority
(Morristown, Tennessee)