Putnam Housing Authority
Putnam, Connecticut
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About Putnam Housing Authority
Putnam Housing Authority (HUD agency code CT024) is the public housing agency serving Putnam, Windham County, Connecticut. It administers 48 public housing units and 164 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 10 waiting lists at this agency, covering PBV, Public Housing, Affordable, HCV, RAD, Mainstream. As of Apr 22, 2026, 2 are open and 3 are closed. Status is unconfirmed for 5 further lists.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 21 status changes at this agency, most recently on Oct 5, 2026. Always confirm current status with the agency directly before applying.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
May 25, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Applications for this RAD/Section 18 PBV family complex are placed by date and time received with no stated preferences.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The public housing waiting list is currently open for senior/disabled individuals. Applications are placed by date and time received.
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.
St. Onge Apartments is an affordable housing complex for applicants age 55 or older or permanently disabled, with an extensive waiting list and no vacancy.
An affordable housing complex for applicants age 55 or older, or permanently disabled of any age.
An affordable housing complex for applicants age 55 or older, or permanently disabled of any age.
An affordable housing complex for applicants age 55 or older, or permanently disabled of any age.
An affordable housing complex for applicants age 55 or older, or permanently disabled of any age.
This program provides rental assistance to low-income families in privately owned properties; open waiting lists are generally announced publicly when available in Connecticut.
Hampshire Heights Apartments is a RAD/Section 18 PBV family complex. The only currently open waitlist is for Public Housing programs.
No current waiting list information found for Mainstream programs specific to Putnam Housing Authority. The statewide Section 8 waiting list, which includes Mainstream, is currently closed.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Putnam 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 Putnam Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Putnam Housing Authority currently has 2 open waiting lists (Project-Based Voucher (PBV), Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Putnam 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 Putnam 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 Putnam Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Putnam Housing Authority manages approximately 212 assisted housing units (164 Section 8, 48 Public Housing), 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 Putnam Housing Authority
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) open
Project-Based Vouchers at Putnam Housing Authority 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.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Putnam Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Putnam Housing Authority manages approximately 48 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 Affordable Housing closed
The Affordable Housing program at Putnam Housing Authority 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 Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Putnam 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 Putnam. This program serves approximately 164 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Putnam Housing Authority 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.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Putnam Housing Authority 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.
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Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Putnam Housing Authority — including across state lines.