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About Waterbury Housing Authority
The Waterbury Housing Authority (PHA Code: CT006) serves residents in Waterbury, New Haven County, Connecticut. It is responsible for managing a significant portfolio of assisted housing, which includes approximately 3,718 units in total. This comprises 2,981 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 737 Public Housing units.
For applicants, the Public Housing program administered by the Waterbury Housing Authority is currently open and accepting applications. However, the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is presently closed to new applicants. Information regarding the status of the Project-Based Voucher (PBV) program is unknown at this time. Applicants should refer to the authority's official channels for the most current updates on program availability.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This waitlist is for seniors, limited to low-income individuals or families meeting HUD income limits and U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status.
Other Programs
2 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 Voucher Wait List is opened periodically on an as needed basis. When the Wait List is re-opened, a public announcement is placed in area newspapers and information posted on this website. Long waiting periods are common, and the WHA may close its waiting list when it has more families on the list than can be assisted in the near future. Local preferences may be established for selecting applicants.
The Waterbury Housing Authority (WHA) is administering a Section 8 Project Based Voucher Program in the City of Waterbury. Interested parties can obtain a copy of the RFP by emailing Kate.Noble@waterburyha.org or at the WHA website www.waterburyha.org under the “Current Solicitations” tab. All ap...
Status History
Deadline: Apr 30, 2026
Deadline: Apr 30, 2026
Deadline: Apr 30, 2026
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Waterbury Housing Authority 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 Waterbury Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Waterbury Housing Authority 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 Waterbury 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
Apply directly through the official Waterbury Housing Authority 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 Waterbury Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Waterbury Housing Authority manages approximately 3,718 assisted housing units (2,981 Section 8, 737 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Waterbury. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Waterbury Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Waterbury Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Waterbury Housing Authority manages approximately 737 Public Housing units in Waterbury. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties. The application window closes on April 30, 2026.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Waterbury 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 Waterbury. This program serves approximately 2,981 households. 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 Waterbury Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Waterbury. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Waterbury Housing Authority — including across state lines.