Exception to Residency Policy for Issuing Library Cards

Issuing a library card requires proof of residency as per Huntsville-Madison County Public Library policy.  However, to better serve our community, HMCPL is partnering with local missions and shelters to make allowance for exceptions to this policy.  Huntsville residents who do not have permanent addresses or are temporarily displaced may be issued a library card if they meet the following criteria that are supported by these local missions or shelters:

  • First Stop – clients of First Stop may show proof of residency by bringing in a letter provided to them by First Stop administration.  The letter must be current (no older than 2 weeks).
  • Salvation Army – residence of the Salvation Army may bring in a proof of residency letter provided by the Salvation Army administration.  The letter must be current (no older than 2 weeks).
  • Downtown Rescue Mission – residence of the Downtown Rescue Mission may bring in a proof of residency letter provided by the Downtown Rescue Mission administration.  The letter must be current (no older than 2 weeks).

Updated: 6/7/2023.