Section 8 & Public Housing Waiting Lists in New Britain, Connecticut
All waiting lists in New Britain are currently closed. Section 8 Waitlist monitors 1 housing authority serving New Britain, 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 New Britain, 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 New Britain, Connecticut
New Britain, Connecticut is served by 1 housing authority offering federal rental assistance through Section 8 and Public Housing programs. Currently, all waitlists in New Britain are closed. Openings can happen with as little as 48 hours notice, so monitoring is critical. There are also 104 open waitlists within 50 miles that accept applications from non-residents.
Housing programs available in New Britain include Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, RAD.
Open Lists Nearby
While no waitlists are open in New Britain right now, there are 104 open lists within 50 miles. Most housing authorities accept applications from non-residents, so applying in neighboring cities is a practical strategy. Scroll down to "Nearby Cities" below for options.
About Housing in New Britain, Connecticut
Federal rental assistance in New Britain, Hartford County is administered by Housing Authority of the City of New Britain (HUD agency code CT005). It administers roughly 1,660 assisted housing units — 803 public housing units and 857 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 4 waiting lists across this agency. As of Aug 16, 2026, none are accepting applications. Another 104 open lists are within 50 miles; most agencies accept applications from non-residents.
Housing Authorities in New Britain
How to Apply for Section 8 in New Britain
To apply for housing assistance in New Britain, Connecticut, submit an application directly to Housing Authority of the City of New Britain, the housing authority serving this area. All waitlists are currently closed, but openings happen with as little as 48 hours 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 New Britain include RAD, Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), Public Housing, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV). 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 New Britain and have active housing programs.