Section 8 & Public Housing Waiting Lists in Derby, Connecticut
There is 1 open waiting list in the Derby area right now. Section 8 Waitlist monitors 1 housing authority serving Derby, Connecticut and updates statuses nightly. Below you will find every PHA in the area with current waitlist status, program types, and direct application links.
If no lists are currently open in Derby, we recommend applying to nearby cities as well. There is no limit to the number of waiting lists you can join, and many housing authorities accept applications from non-residents.
Affordable Housing in Derby, Connecticut
Derby, Connecticut is served by 1 housing authority offering federal rental assistance through Section 8 and Public Housing programs. Right now, 1 waiting list is accepting applications in the Derby area. There are also 177 open waitlists within 50 miles that accept applications from non-residents.
Housing programs available in Derby include Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing.
Latest Opening
Derby Housing Authority opened its Senior/Disabled Housing waitlist . Applications close Jan 30, 2026 — apply early.
About Housing in Derby, Connecticut
Federal rental assistance in Derby, New Haven County is administered by Derby Housing Authority (HUD agency code CT017). It administers roughly 292 assisted housing units.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 5 waiting lists across this agency. As of Jul 28, 2026, 1 is accepting applications. Another 177 open lists are within 50 miles; most agencies accept applications from non-residents.
How to Apply for Section 8 in Derby
To apply for housing assistance in Derby, Connecticut, submit an application directly to Derby Housing Authority, the housing authority serving this area. Right now, 1 waiting list is accepting applications — apply as soon as possible, as open enrollment periods can close with short notice. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Before applying, gather the following documents for all household members: government-issued photo ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit statements), and proof of current address. Having these ready before a waitlist opens can be the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Housing programs available in Derby include Senior/Disabled Housing, Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), State Elderly/Disabled Housing, Public Housing. Applying to multiple program types simultaneously improves your chances of receiving assistance. After submitting, you will be placed on the waiting list based on the date of your application and any applicable preferences (veterans, elderly, disabled, working families, or local residents).
Nearby Cities with Housing Authorities
Applying to nearby cities increases your chances of receiving assistance sooner. These cities are within 75 miles of Derby and have active housing programs.