Decatur County Reports No Open Public Housing Waiting Lists
On December 5, 2025 a housing portal showed Decatur County had zero open public housing waiting lists, and the Parsons Decaturville Housing Authority waiting list remained closed. This matters to local residents because changes to waiting lists directly affect low income households seeking assistance, and social service providers rely on these updates when referring clients.
On December 5, 2025 the HUDHousingNetwork Decatur County, Tennessee page reported that the county had 0 open public housing waiting lists and that the Parsons Decaturville Housing Authority public housing waiting list was closed. The same page included context about Section 8 waitlist openings and provided links to guidance for applicants pursuing housing choice vouchers or placement in public housing.
The immediate effect of a closed public housing waitlist is tangible for households with limited income who are seeking subsidized housing. Local social service agencies that make referrals must adjust case plans and alternative placements when waitlists are closed. Nonprofit housing counselors and elected officials use these status updates during constituent advising and outreach, and a closure can increase demand for emergency assistance and for information on private rental support.
For many residents a closed waitlist does not remove need. Those seeking assistance may consider applying for Section 8 vouchers when openings are announced, contacting county social service offices for interim supports, or reaching out to local nonprofits that help with housing navigation. The housing portal page includes links and guidance resources intended to help applicants understand eligibility, documentation, and the voucher application process, which remain important for anyone planning future applications.
County leaders and service providers should continue to monitor waiting list status and to communicate changes promptly to clients, because openings and closings have immediate administrative and social consequences. For the community as a whole, the status underscores ongoing challenges in aligning limited assisted housing inventory with local need. Residents and advocates who depend on subsidized housing will need to track updates closely, explore alternative assistance options, and work with counselors and local officials to help bridge gaps while waiting lists remain closed.
