Housing Authority of the City of Bristol
Bristol, Connecticut
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About Housing Authority of the City of Bristol
Housing Authority of the City of Bristol (HUD agency code CT023) is the public housing agency serving Bristol, Hartford County, Connecticut. It administers 548 public housing units and 755 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 9 waiting lists at this agency, covering HCV, Mainstream, Other, PBV, Public Housing, Senior. As of Jun 7, 2026, all 9 tracked lists are closed to new applications.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 1 status change at this agency, most recently on Apr 21, 2026. Always confirm current status with the agency directly before applying.
Other Programs
6 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.
The waiting list for the Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8 Program) is currently closed. Information on open waiting lists throughout Connecticut can be found at http://www.cthcvp.org.
The Mainstream program is administered by the Housing Authority of the City of Bristol.
This refers to the Family State Housing Program Other Project Based waiting list for 1, 2 and 3-Bedroom apartments in City of Bristol, Town of Plainville, Town of Southington (Hartford County) and Town of Terryville (Litchfield County), CT.
This waitlist was for 1, 2, and 3-bedroom apartments.
This program serves the City of Bristol, Town of Plainville, Town of Southington, and Town of Terryville, CT.
The general housing applications page states all waitlists are currently closed. This likely applies to Family State Housing as well.
This waitlist, last open in November 2019, was for 2-Bedroom Project-Based Voucher units at Zbikowski Park.
All waitlists are currently closed. Pre-applications must be submitted online during designated application periods. Preference is given to elderly, non-elderly disabled, veterans, the homeless, victims of domestic violence, overcrowding, those who live or work in Bristol, and/or those displaced due to natural disaster.
This waiting list was for Komanetsky Estates Senior; eligibility for residents 62 or older with difficulties in daily living; preferences include elderly, non-elderly disabled, veterans, homeless, and Bristol residents or workers.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City of Bristol portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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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 Bristol
Check Current Status
All 9 waiting lists at Housing Authority of the City of Bristol are currently closed. Lists typically open with short notice — sometimes as little as 48 hours. The status at the top of this page is updated nightly.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Housing Authority of the City of Bristol, 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 Bristol portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Housing Authority of the City of Bristol, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Bristol manages approximately 1,303 assisted housing units (755 Section 8, 548 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Bristol. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Bristol
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City of Bristol 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 Bristol. This program serves approximately 755 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 Bristol 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.
Other Other Programs closed
The Other Programs program at Housing Authority of the City of Bristol provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Bristol. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Bristol are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Bristol. 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.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the City of Bristol 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 Bristol manages approximately 548 Public Housing units in Bristol. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Senior Senior Housing closed
The Senior Housing program at Housing Authority of the City of Bristol provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Bristol. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
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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 Bristol — including across state lines.