Housing Authority of the City of Hartford
Hartford, Connecticut
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About Housing Authority of the City of Hartford
The Housing Authority of the City of Hartford (PHA Code: CT003) serves residents in Hartford, Hartford County, Connecticut. This authority manages approximately 3,811 assisted housing units. These include 2,869 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 942 Public Housing units.
The Housing Authority offers several programs to assist eligible low-income individuals and families. Currently, the waitlist for Public Housing is open to new applicants. Programs such as the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) and Project-Based Vouchers (PBV) are presently closed to new applications. Prospective applicants for Public Housing should monitor the authority's announcements for application details.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Applicants must qualify as a family, the head of household must be at least 18 years old or an emancipated minor, family income must not exceed established limits, and all adult members must pass a criminal background check; only one online pre-application is accepted per household.
Other Programs
4 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 Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8) waitlist is closed. The website suggests visiting www.cthcvp.org or www.affordablehousingonline.com for other Connecticut agencies.
HACH is not currently accepting applications for our PBV program.
The website mentions Mainstream vouchers were awarded in 2019 and 2020 and provides contact information for questions, but does not state the current waiting list status.
No current waiting list status information found for the RAD program.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City of Hartford 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 Hartford
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the City of Hartford 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 Hartford, 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 Hartford portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf. If applying online, take a screenshot of your confirmation page for your records.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Housing Authority of the City of Hartford, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Hartford manages approximately 3,811 assisted housing units (2,869 Section 8, 942 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Hartford. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Hartford
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the City of Hartford 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 Hartford manages approximately 942 Public Housing units in Hartford. 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 Hartford 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 Hartford. This program serves approximately 2,869 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Hartford are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Hartford. 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.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Hartford 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Housing Authority of the City of Hartford converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Hartford maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
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 Hartford — including across state lines.