Naugatuck Housing Authority
Naugatuck, Connecticut
Last Updated
Sep 29, 2026
About Naugatuck Housing Authority
Naugatuck Housing Authority (HUD agency code CT047) is the public housing agency serving Naugatuck, New Haven County, Connecticut. It administers 136 public housing units and 253 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 7 waiting lists at this agency, covering HCV, Other, PBV, Public Housing, RAD, Senior. As of Feb 9, 2026, all 7 tracked lists are closed to new applications.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 10 status changes at this agency, most recently on Jun 6, 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.
Applications were last accepted for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list. 500 applicants were placed on the waiting list by random lottery. Applicants must have been 18 years or older and met income limits.
The Naugatuck Housing Authority (NHA) Family Housing waiting list for 2 and 3-Bedroom apartments at Lewis Circle is currently closed. It is not known when this waiting list was last open, or when it will reopen.
Eligible applicants for Oak Terrace are elderly (age 62 & up) or disabled individuals or couples for Studio and 1-Bedroom apartments.
Waiting list applications for 1-Bedroom apartments were last accepted. Applicants must be age 62 or older to apply.
All waiting lists for Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) programs are currently closed.
The Naugatuck Housing Authority (NHA) last accepted Elderly Housing waiting list applications for 1-Bedroom apartments at George B. Lewis Elderly Housing from March 20, 2023, until June 20, 2023. There is no notice when this waiting list will reopen. Applicants "must be age 62 or older to apply".
The Naugatuck Housing Authority (NHA) last accepted Elderly and Disabled waiting list applications for Studio and 1-Bedroom apartments at Oak Terrace from March 20, 2023, until June 20, 2023. There is no notice when this waiting list will reopen. Eligible applicants are elderly (age 62 & up) or d...
Status History
Deadline: Jun 4, 2026
Deadline: Mar 10, 2026
Deadline: Mar 10, 2026
Deadline: Mar 3, 2026
Official Application
Contact Naugatuck Housing Authority directly 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 Naugatuck Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 7 waiting lists at Naugatuck 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 Naugatuck 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 Naugatuck Housing Authority directly at 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 Naugatuck Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Naugatuck Housing Authority manages approximately 389 assisted housing units (253 Section 8, 136 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Naugatuck. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Naugatuck Housing Authority
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Naugatuck 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 Naugatuck. This program serves approximately 253 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Other Other Programs closed
The Other Programs program at Naugatuck Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Naugatuck. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Naugatuck Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Naugatuck. 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 Naugatuck Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Naugatuck Housing Authority manages approximately 136 Public Housing units in Naugatuck. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Naugatuck Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Naugatuck maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Senior Senior Housing closed
The Senior Housing program at Naugatuck Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Naugatuck. 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 Naugatuck Housing Authority — including across state lines.