Housing Authority of the Town of Stratford
Stratford, Connecticut
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About Housing Authority of the Town of Stratford
The Housing Authority of the Town of Stratford, located in Stratford, Fairfield County, Connecticut (PHA Code: CT027), provides assisted housing options for its community. The authority manages approximately 586 units, consisting of 285 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 301 Public Housing units.
Programs administered by the Housing Authority include the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, Other Senior housing, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, the State Elderly Rental Housing Program, and the State Moderate Rental Program.
All waiting lists for these programs are currently closed. Both the Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher program waiting lists recently updated from an unknown status to closed. Potential applicants should monitor for any future announcements regarding waitlist openings.
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.
Waitlist openings and closings are listed in the Current Events section, advertised in local papers, and posted to http://www.cthcvp.org/. Information is also available by calling Section 8 staff.
State Elderly Rental Housing Program Other Senior Waiting List is closed.
The Senior and Disabled Section 8 Project-Based Voucher waiting list for 1-bedroom apartments at Shiloh Garden Apartments is closed; applications were last accepted from January 11, 2021, to January 13, 2021.
Waitlist openings and closings are listed in the Current Events section, advertised in local papers, and posted to http://www.cthcvp.org/. Information is also available by calling project management.
The State Elderly Rental Housing Program waiting list is currently closed with no announced reopening date.
The Stratford Housing Authority (SHA) was accepting preliminary applications (pre-applications) for the State Moderate Rental Program beginning September 5, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. through September 7, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. You could obtain a pre-application online at www.stratfordha.org or pick one up in ...
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the Town of Stratford portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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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 Stratford
Check Current Status
All 6 waiting lists at Housing Authority of the Town of Stratford 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 Housing Authority of the Town of Stratford, 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 Stratford 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 Stratford, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the Town of Stratford manages approximately 586 assisted housing units (285 Section 8, 301 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Stratford. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the Town of Stratford
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the Town of Stratford 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 Stratford. This program serves approximately 285 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Other Senior closed
The Other Senior program at Housing Authority of the Town of Stratford provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Stratford. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the Town of Stratford are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Stratford. 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 Housing Authority of the Town of Stratford 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 Stratford manages approximately 301 Public Housing units in Stratford. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
State Elderly Rental Housing Program closed
The State Elderly Rental Housing Program program at Housing Authority of the Town of Stratford provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Stratford. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
State Moderate Rental Program closed
The State Moderate Rental Program program at Housing Authority of the Town of Stratford provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Stratford. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
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