Portland Housing Authority
Portland, Connecticut
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About Portland Housing Authority
The Portland Housing Authority (PHA Code: CT036) is located in Portland, Middlesex County, Connecticut. It manages approximately 138 assisted housing units for the community. These units include 89 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 49 Public Housing units.
The authority administers several housing programs, including the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, and State Programs, with a specific State Program at Quarry Heights. Please note that all waiting lists for these programs are currently closed, and the Portland Housing Authority is not accepting new applications at this time.
Other Programs
5 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 is now administered by Imagineers, LLC. All administrative functions, including waiting list management, are handled by Imagineers.
The State Program (Quarry Heights) is closed and currently not accepting applications. Applicants are placed on the waitlist according to the date and time of application receipt.
Applications for Low Income Public Housing between September 17, 2024, and September 20, 2024, are still being processed. An update form was mailed out and is due by July 7, 2025. Applicants will be notified by mail of eligibility.
Applications for the State Program (Quarry Heights) are currently not being accepted.
The website explicitly states 'State Program (Quarry Heights)-CLOSED We are currently not accepting applications.' Applicants are placed on the waitlist according to the date and time of application receipt for State programs.
Official Application
Contact Portland Housing Authority directly at (860) 342-1688 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 Portland Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 5 waiting lists at Portland 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 Portland 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 Portland Housing Authority directly at (860) 342-1688 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 Portland Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Portland Housing Authority manages approximately 138 assisted housing units (89 Section 8, 49 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Portland. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Portland Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Portland 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 Portland. This program serves approximately 89 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 Portland Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Portland. 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 Portland Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Portland Housing Authority manages approximately 49 Public Housing units in Portland. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
State Program closed
The State Program program at Portland Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Portland. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
State Program (Quarry Heights) closed
The State Program (Quarry Heights) program at Portland Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Portland. 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 Portland Housing Authority — including across state lines.