Paris Housing Authority
Paris, Tennessee
Finding housing that both meets your needs and fits into your budget can be difficult. Paris Housing Authority’s mission is to provide safe, sanitary, affordable housing for low-income individuals and families. We are in full compliance with all regulations, federal, state, and local non-discrimination laws governing Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity. We operate under a Board of Commissioners, with five members, that architect the policies governing the operations of the Housing Authority.
Wait List is Open
The Paris Housing Authority opened their waiting list on March 19, 2026; these units are all Public Housing Units PHA does not have any Section 8 housing.
Paris Housing Authority serves the Paris – Henry County area.
We have three developments in the Paris city limits. Vernon Place, Washington Courts and Morningside Village. We have zero-, one-, two-, three-and four-bedroom apartments. You can apply online below.
PUBLIC NOTICE FOR BOARD MEETINGS
Paris Housing Authority conducts monthly board meetings on the first Tuesday of each month at 5:00 pm. The meetings are held at PHA office located 917 Minor Street, Paris TN 38242. The meetings are open to the public. If you want to speak to the commissioners we ask that you call the office and request to be put on the agenda a week prior to the meeting.
Community News & Events
Our Mission
Our mission at the Paris Housing Authority is to provide decent, safe and sanitary housing in good repair for eligible families in a manner that promotes serviceability, economy, efficiency and stability of the developments; and to utilize all available resources to maximize the social and economic opportunities of our residents.
After Hours Emergency
Click the button below for guidance on deciding if you have an afterhours emergency or an inconvenience that can wait until the next business day. We are always happy to assist residents and we take your needs and concerns very seriously. Read on to determine if you should call us now or submit a work order.
June Newsletter
Just a reminder we do not allow, pools, water slides, sprinklers, etc. Our insurance company will not allow it. Also, often times makes a muddy mess and attracts, mosquitoes, and snakes!!
The City of Paris has a great splash pad and pool at Eiffel Tower Park. Go check it out!!
2nd Harvest Mobile Food Pantry
2nd Harvest Mobile Food Pantry will be at the office 917 Minor Street, May 14th from 9:30 – 10:30.
Food Pantries & Give Aways
Here is a list of some opportunities to get food locally. Several places have food pantries and/or food giveaways. We hope this list helps our residents especially around the holiday season!
