Last updated: 2026-09-06

Atlanta Housing Authority

230 John Wesley Dobbs Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30303

404-892-4700

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Waiting List Status: Closed

About Atlanta Housing Authority

Contact Atlanta Housing Authority in Atlanta, Georgia for Section 8 vouchers and public housing assistance. Phone: 404-892-4700. Waiting list status: Closed. Programs: Section 8 (HCV).

As a Public Housing Authority (PHA), they play a crucial role in providing affordable housing solutions to low-income families, elderly individuals, and persons with disabilities in the Fulton area. Their primary focus is on Section 8 (HCV) programs, ensuring that eligible residents have access to safe, decent, and affordable housing options.

They currently manage various housing assistance programs and oversee approximately 19,834 housing vouchers to help eligible residents secure affordable housing in the private market.

Section 8 Payment Standards: Fulton County

HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rents. Your voucher from Atlanta Housing Authority covers up to:

Studio
$1,585
max/month
1 BR
$1,660
max/month
2 BR
$1,820
max/month
3 BR
$2,182
max/month
4 BR
$2,605
max/month

Source: HUD Fair Market Rents 2026 · huduser.gov

Things You Care About

  • How to contact Atlanta Housing Authority
  • Office location and directions
  • Available housing programs and services
  • Service area coverage: Serving Fulton County
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Contact Information

Phone
404-892-4700
Fax
4043320100

Office Location

Address
230 John Wesley Dobbs Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30303
City, State ZIP
Atlanta, GA 30303
Service Area
Serving Fulton County

Agency Details

PHA Code
TPC1322
Primary Program Type
Section 8 (HCV)
Housing Vouchers
19,834

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Frequently Asked Questions

You can reach Atlanta Housing Authority at 404-892-4700.

The current waiting list status is: Closed. Check this page regularly for updates as waiting lists can open and close frequently.

Atlanta Housing Authority serves: Serving Fulton County.

To apply for Section 8 housing assistance at Atlanta Housing Authority:
  1. Check if the waiting list is currently open
  2. Submit an application when the list opens
  3. Provide required documentation including proof of income and identification
  4. Wait for your application to be processed

Contact them at 404-892-4700 for specific application requirements.

Many housing authorities accept applications through an online portal when their waiting list is open. You can apply or check for an online application on the official Atlanta Housing Authority website: https://www.atlantahousing.org/housing-programs/housing-options/. If no online form is available, contact them at 404-892-4700 to apply by phone or in person.

To check your Section 8 or public housing waiting list status with Atlanta Housing Authority:
  1. Log in to the applicant portal on their official website: https://www.atlantahousing.org/housing-programs/housing-options/, if one is offered
  2. Have your application or confirmation number ready
  3. Or call 404-892-4700 and ask for your current position on the waiting list

Keep your contact details up to date so you do not miss a notice when your name comes up.

Office hours are not published for every housing authority. Most public housing authorities are open Monday through Friday during standard business hours, and closed on federal holidays. Call 404-892-4700 to confirm hours before visiting, and to confirm the office at 230 John Wesley Dobbs Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30303 is open.

Related Resources

Atlanta Housing Authority Waiting Lists All Fulton County PHAs All Georgia PHAs Georgia Counseling Agencies Section 8 Guide How to Apply Guide

The federal Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination in housing because of race, color, national origin, religion, familial status, gender, and disability. The Fair Housing Act ensures that all persons receive equal housing opportunity. For more information about the Fair Housing Act and your rights, visit the Department of Housing and Urban Development .