Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour
Seymour, Connecticut
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About Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour
Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour (HUD agency code CT035) is the public housing agency serving Seymour, New Haven County, Connecticut. It administers 120 public housing units.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 23 waiting lists at this agency, covering Affordable, LIHTC, Other, Public Housing, HCV, PBV, Senior, Mainstream, RAD. As of Feb 19, 2026, 8 are open and 13 are closed. Status is unconfirmed for 2 further lists.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 14 status changes at this agency, most recently on Oct 6, 2026.
Affordable Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Applicants must be 55 years or older and meet income and screening criteria. A $50 application fee for background screening is required per applicant.
Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Smithfield Gardens Assisted Living (State of CT Assisted Living Demonstration PILOT; Low Income Housing Tax Credits) offers 1-bedroom units.
Assisted Living
Status
open
Open Date
Jun 1, 2019
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Offers 1-Bedroom units at Smithfield Gardens Assisted Living. To qualify, applicants must be at least 65 years old and require assistance with at least one activity of daily living.
Other Programs Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jun 1, 2019
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The Assisted Living program offers 1-Bedroom units at Smithfield Gardens Assisted Living. To qualify, applicants must be at least 65 and require assistance with at least one activity of daily living.
Assisted Living
Status
open
How to Apply
Additional Notes
Offers 1-Bedroom units at Smithfield Gardens Assisted Living. To qualify, applicants must be at least 65 years old and require assistance with at least one activity of daily living.
Assisted Living (Smithfield Gardens)
Status
open
Open Date
Jun 1, 2019
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Offers 1-Bedroom units; applicants must be at least age 65 and require assistance with at least one activity of daily living.
Assisted Living - Smithfield Gardens
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Smithfield Gardens offers 1-bedroom units under the State of CT Assisted Living Demonstration PILOT and Low Income Housing Tax Credits.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Additional Notes
Offers 0 and 1-Bedroom units at Callahan House and Norman Ray House. Preferences include veteran, elderly, and disabled. Apply by downloading an application online and mailing it in.
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.
The Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently closed. The statewide Section 8 centralized waiting list is also closed.
This State Moderate Rental Program offers 2 and 3-Bedroom units at Brothers Court, Chamberlin Road, and Seymour Avenue. When previously open, selected applicants were placed on the waiting list by a random lottery with no preferences.
Offers 2 and 3-Bedroom units at Brothers Court, Chamberlin Road, and Seymour Avenue. When last open, there were no preferences and selected applicants were placed by random lottery.
This refers to State Moderate Rental Housing (Brothers Court, Chamberlin Road, Seymour Avenue) offering 2 and 3-bedroom units; the waitlist last opened from July to September 2019 and used a random lottery.
The waitlist for the State-funded Rental Assistance Program (RAP) is currently closed.
The waiting list for the State-funded Rental Assistance Program (RAP Certificates) is currently closed.
Offers 2 and 3-Bedroom units at Brothers Court, Chamberlin Road, and Seymour Avenue. Applications were accepted online, by mail, or in-person during the last opening. Applicants were placed on the waiting list by random lottery.
Offers 2 and 3-bedroom units at Brothers Court, Chamberlin Road, and Seymour Avenue. During its last opening, applications were by online download, mail, or in-person, with selection by random lottery and no preferences.
This program offers 2 and 3-Bedroom units at Brothers Court, Chamberlin Road, and Seymour Avenue.
Head of Household must be 62 years or older and meet Section 8 income guidelines for Seymour I. Hollander Apartments.
Senior housing programs reserve affordable units for older adults, typically age 55 or 62 and above, sometimes with congregate meals or supportive services on site.
Offers 0 and 1-Bedroom units at Callahan House and Norman Ray House; preferences include veteran, elderly, and disabled.
Covers Callahan House and Norman Ray House (0 and 1 Bedroom units). Applications are subject to Tenant Selection and Continued Occupancy Policies (TSCOP) and income limits.
Mainstream Vouchers provide rental assistance specifically for non-elderly persons with disabilities.
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 Seymour 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 Seymour
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour currently has 8 open waiting lists (Affordable Housing, Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), Other Programs, 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 Seymour, 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 Seymour portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour manages approximately 120 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Seymour. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour
Affordable Affordable Housing open
The Affordable Housing program at Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Seymour. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
LIHTC Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) open
The Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program at Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Seymour. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Other Programs open
The Other Programs program at Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Seymour. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour 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 Seymour manages approximately 120 Public Housing units in Seymour. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour 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 Seymour. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Seymour. 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.
Senior Senior Housing closed
The Senior Housing program at Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Seymour. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Seymour 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 Seymour — including across state lines.