Fairfield Housing Authority
Fairfield, Connecticut
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About Fairfield Housing Authority
Fairfield Housing Authority, located in Fairfield, Fairfield County, Connecticut (PHA Code: CT052), manages approximately 175 assisted housing units. These primarily consist of 175 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers.
The authority administers several housing assistance programs, including Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Mainstream, Project-Based Voucher (PBV), Public Housing, and Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA).
At this time, all waiting lists for these programs are currently closed, and the authority is not accepting new applications. Applicants interested in future opportunities should monitor the Fairfield Housing Authority's official communications for any announcements regarding waitlist openings.
Other Programs
7 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 waitlist for Fairfield Housing is currently closed.
The waitlist for Fairfield Housing is currently closed.
The waitlist for Fairfield Housing is currently closed.
The waitlist for Fairfield Housing is currently closed.
The waitlist for Fairfield Housing is currently closed.
The waitlist for Fairfield Housing is currently closed.
The Fairfield Housing Authority (FHA) Tenant Based Rental Assistance waiting list is currently closed. It was last open for one day in August 2018. There is no notice of when this waiting list will reopen. To apply during the opening period, applicants were required to complete the online applica...
Status History
Official Application
Contact Fairfield Housing Authority directly at (203) 366-6578 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
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 Fairfield Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 7 waiting lists at Fairfield Housing Authority 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 Fairfield Housing Authority, 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
Contact Fairfield Housing Authority directly at (203) 366-6578 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Fairfield Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Fairfield Housing Authority manages approximately 175 assisted housing units (175 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Fairfield. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Fairfield Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Fairfield Housing Authority 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 Fairfield. This program serves approximately 175 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 Fairfield Housing Authority 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 Fairfield Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Fairfield. 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 Fairfield Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
TBRA closed
The TBRA program at Fairfield Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Fairfield. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Tenant Based Rental Assistance closed
The Tenant Based Rental Assistance program at Fairfield Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Fairfield. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) closed
The Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) program at Fairfield Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Fairfield. 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 Fairfield Housing Authority — including across state lines.