Housing Authority of the Town of Brooklyn
Putnam, Connecticut
Last Updated
22 hours ago
About Housing Authority of the Town of Brooklyn
The Housing Authority of the Town of Brooklyn, located in Putnam, Windham County, Connecticut, manages approximately 11 assisted housing units. This authority offers various housing assistance programs to eligible residents in the area.
Currently, the Public Housing program administered by the Housing Authority of the Town of Brooklyn is open for applications. The authority also oversees several Affordable Housing programs, including properties such as Crabtree Apartments, New Roxbury Village, St. Onge Apartments, and Sunny Acres. While these Affordable Housing programs, along with HCV (Housing Choice Voucher) and PBV (Project-Based Voucher) programs, have been available, they are presently closed to new applications or their application status is unknown.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone, In-person, Mail
Additional Notes
The waiting list is currently accepting applications for senior/disabled individuals. Applications are placed by date and time received; no other preferences are mentioned.
Other Programs
12 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.
This is an affordable housing complex for applicants aged 55 or older, or permanently disabled of any age. The waiting list is likely closed based on the general status of waiting lists for the managing authority.
This is an affordable housing complex for applicants aged 55 or older, or permanently disabled of any age. There is an extensive waiting list with no vacancy.
This is an affordable housing complex for applicants aged 55 or older, or permanently disabled of any age. The waiting list is likely closed based on the general status of waiting lists for the managing authority.
The statewide Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) waiting list is currently closed.
Bulger Apartments are a project-based Section 8 complex for the elderly (62+) and disabled of any age. Rents are income-based for efficiency and one-bedroom units in Putnam, CT, with heat and hot water not included.
Crabtree Apartments is an affordable housing complex for applicants age 55 or older, or permanently disabled of any age. No current waiting list status found.
Crabtree Apartments and St. Onge Apartments are listed as affordable housing complexes managed by the Putnam Housing Authority, for applicants aged 55 or older, or permanently disabled. No explicit information about the current open/closed status of their waiting lists for new applications was fo...
Applicants must be age 55 or older, or permanently disabled of any age.
St. Onge Apartments is an affordable housing complex for applicants age 55 or older, or permanently disabled of any age. No current waiting list status found.
Sunny Acres is an affordable housing complex for applicants age 55 or older, or permanently disabled of any age. No current waiting list status found.
No specific waiting list information found for Crabtree Apartments, Sunny Acres, or St. Onge Apartments administered by the Housing Authority of the Town of Brooklyn (PHA code: CT066).
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance, allowing housing authorities to leverage private funding for property rehabilitation while preserving long-term affordability for residents.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the Town of Brooklyn 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 Town of Brooklyn
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the Town of Brooklyn 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 Town of Brooklyn, 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 Town of Brooklyn 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 Town of Brooklyn, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the Town of Brooklyn manages approximately 11 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Putnam. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the Town of Brooklyn
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the Town of Brooklyn are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of the Town of Brooklyn manages approximately 11 Public Housing units in Putnam. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Affordable Housing - Crabtree Apartments closed
The Affordable Housing - Crabtree Apartments program at Housing Authority of the Town of Brooklyn provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Putnam. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Housing - St. Onge Apartments closed
The Affordable Housing - St. Onge Apartments program at Housing Authority of the Town of Brooklyn provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Putnam. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Housing - Sunny Acres closed
The Affordable Housing - Sunny Acres program at Housing Authority of the Town of Brooklyn provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Putnam. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the Town of Brooklyn 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 Putnam. 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 Town of Brooklyn are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Putnam. 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.
Affordable Housing (Crabtree Apartments) closed
The Affordable Housing (Crabtree Apartments) program at Housing Authority of the Town of Brooklyn provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Putnam. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Housing (Crabtree, St. Onge) closed
The Affordable Housing (Crabtree, St. Onge) program at Housing Authority of the Town of Brooklyn provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Putnam. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Housing (New Roxbury Village) closed
The Affordable Housing (New Roxbury Village) program at Housing Authority of the Town of Brooklyn provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Putnam. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Housing (St. Onge Apartments) closed
The Affordable Housing (St. Onge Apartments) program at Housing Authority of the Town of Brooklyn provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Putnam. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Housing (Sunny Acres) closed
The Affordable Housing (Sunny Acres) program at Housing Authority of the Town of Brooklyn provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Putnam. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Affordable Housing closed
The Other Affordable Housing program at Housing Authority of the Town of Brooklyn provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Putnam. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Housing Authority of the Town of Brooklyn converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Putnam maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
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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 Town of Brooklyn — including across state lines.