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Housing Authority of the City of Bridgeport
Bridgeport, Connecticut
Last Updated
12 hours ago
About Housing Authority of the City of Bridgeport
The Housing Authority of the City of Bridgeport (PHA Code: CT001) provides assisted housing opportunities in Bridgeport, Fairfield County, Connecticut. It manages approximately 5,584 assisted housing units, which consist of 3,234 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) units and 2,350 Public Housing units.
The authority offers various housing programs. Currently, the waitlist for its Public Housing program is open to new applicants. Other programs, including the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) and Mainstream programs, are presently closed for applications. The status of the Project-Based Voucher (PBV) program waitlist is not specified.
Prospective applicants should be aware that the Public Housing waitlist status has changed recently, having been both open and closed at different times. This indicates that waitlist availability can fluctuate. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply for Public Housing while the waitlist is accepting applications.
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Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The 4 and 5 bedroom waitlists are currently open with a wait time of less than 4 months for family sites, unless income qualifies for Scattered Sites. Applicants can choose up to three site preferences and indicate if the household includes elderly, disabled, veterans, or wheelchair users. All adult household members (18 years and older) must attend an application appointment, and the HA will review rental and criminal history. To obtain an application, call 203-337-8804.
Other Programs
3 programsThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
Eligibility is based on household annual gross income and family definition; 75% of vouchers go to applicants with incomes not exceeding 30% of the area median income.
Mainstream Vouchers provide rental assistance specifically for non-elderly persons with disabilities. The program helps individuals transition out of institutional settings or avoid institutionalization by subsidizing housing costs in the private market.
Project-Based Vouchers are tied to specific housing units rather than following the tenant. Landlords or developers partner with the housing authority to reserve units for eligible low-income families. Unlike tenant-based HCV vouchers, PBV assistance stays with the unit if the tenant moves.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City of Bridgeport portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING
Contact Information
Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at Housing Authority of the City of Bridgeport
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the City of Bridgeport currently has 1 open waiting list (Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Housing Authority of the City of Bridgeport, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City of Bridgeport portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Housing Authority of the City of Bridgeport, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Bridgeport manages approximately 5,584 assisted housing units (3,234 Section 8, 2,350 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Bridgeport. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Bridgeport
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the City of Bridgeport are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of the City of Bridgeport manages approximately 2,350 Public Housing units in Bridgeport. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City of Bridgeport provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for Bridgeport. This program serves approximately 3,234 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Bridgeport are specifically designated for non-elderly individuals with disabilities. These vouchers work like standard HCVs but are reserved for this population and often have separate, shorter waitlists.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Bridgeport are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Bridgeport. Unlike the standard Housing Choice Voucher, PBV assistance stays with the property — not with you. However, after one year of occupancy, you may request a standard portable voucher. PBV waitlists often move faster because fewer applicants know about them.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Housing Authority of the City of Bridgeport — including across state lines.