Wallingford Housing Authority
Wallingford, Connecticut
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About Wallingford Housing Authority
The Wallingford Housing Authority (PHA Code: CT067) serves Wallingford, New Haven County, Connecticut. It manages approximately 138 assisted housing units, primarily through 138 Housing Choice Vouchers.
The Authority offers several housing programs, including the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Mainstream, Project-Based Voucher (PBV), Public Housing, and various State Elderly/Disabled housing initiatives. Potential applicants should be aware that all waiting lists for these programs are currently closed.
This closure applies to the HCV, Mainstream, PBV, Public Housing, and all State Elderly/Disabled housing programs. Recent activity shows the status of the HCV program changed from closed to closed. Applicants seeking assistance are advised to check back periodically for any changes in waitlist availability.
Other Programs
8 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 waiting list can be up to 3 or more years. Information about open waiting lists can be found at cthcvp.org.
The previous application period for the Mainstream Voucher program was online from May 22, 2023, until May 25, 2023, with no confirmed preferences.
The website mentions McKenna Court is a Project Based Voucher Program, but does not specify the waiting list status for PBV specifically. However, general waiting list information indicates it is closed.
All Family Housing waiting lists can be up to 3 or more years. Placement is chosen via lottery.
Elderly/Disabled Studio and One Bedroom lists can be up to 2 years. Placement is chosen via lottery.
The Wallingford Housing Authority (WHA) opened a waiting list for a one-bedroom for the State Elderly/Disabled housing program on October 14, 2025. The closing date was October 28th, 2025. Applications had to be postmarked or date-stamped at the Wallingford Housing Authority on or before October ...
This program includes properties like South Side Terrace, John Savage Commons, East Side Terrace, and McGuire Court.
This program is for State Elderly/Disabled housing, with placement chosen via lottery; the one-bedroom waitlist was last open from October 14, 2025, to October 28, 2025.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Wallingford Housing Authority directly at (203) 269-5173 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
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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 Wallingford Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 8 waiting lists at Wallingford 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 Wallingford 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 Wallingford Housing Authority directly at (203) 269-5173 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 Wallingford Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Wallingford Housing Authority manages approximately 138 assisted housing units (138 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Wallingford. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Wallingford Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Wallingford 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 Wallingford. This program serves approximately 138 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Wallingford 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.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Wallingford Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Wallingford. 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 Wallingford Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
State Elderly/Disabled closed
The State Elderly/Disabled program at Wallingford Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Wallingford. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
State Elderly/Disabled Housing closed
The State Elderly/Disabled Housing program at Wallingford Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Wallingford. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
State Elderly/Disabled Housing Program closed
The State Elderly/Disabled Housing Program program at Wallingford Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Wallingford. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
other closed
The other program at Wallingford Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Wallingford. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
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