West Haven Housing Authority
West Haven, Connecticut
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About West Haven Housing Authority
The West Haven Housing Authority (PHA Code: CT029) is situated in West Haven, New Haven County, Connecticut. This authority manages approximately 1,817 assisted housing units, which include 1,562 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 255 Public Housing units.
The West Haven Housing Authority offers several programs, specifically HCV, Mainstream, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, and Senior Housing.
All waiting lists for these programs are currently closed. This means that no applications are being accepted for HCV, Mainstream, PBV, Public Housing, or Senior Housing programs at this time. The Public Housing waitlist recently changed from open to closed, and the Senior Housing waitlist also recently moved to a closed status.
Other Programs
5 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 Waitlist is closed and not accepting applications. Applications will be accepted when vouchers become available and applicants will be invited from the waiting list.
The Mainstream Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is currently closed. Pre-applications were last accepted from November 4, 2019, to November 8, 2019. This waiting list is for disabled persons under 62 transitioning out of institutions, homeless, or at risk of homelessness.
The waiting list for Section 8 Project-Based Voucher apartments at 397 Meadowbrook Ct. is currently closed. Applications were last accepted from November 4, 2019, to November 8, 2019.
The Public Housing Elderly and Disabled Waitlist is closed and not accepting applications. Family Housing waiting list is currently closed and not accepting applications.
Elderly/Disabled Housing properties are listed, and the 'Public Housing Elderly and Disabled Waitlist is Closed at this time and we are Not accepting applications'. The 'Spring Heights Residents Notice' also refers to a meeting on October 25, 2023, but this does not indicate an open waiting list.
Status History
Official Application
Contact West Haven Housing Authority directly at (203) 934-8671 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 West Haven Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 5 waiting lists at West Haven 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 West Haven 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 West Haven Housing Authority directly at (203) 934-8671 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 West Haven Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. West Haven Housing Authority manages approximately 1,817 assisted housing units (1,562 Section 8, 255 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in West Haven. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at West Haven Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at West Haven 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 West Haven. This program serves approximately 1,562 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 West Haven 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 West Haven Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in West Haven. 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 West Haven Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. West Haven Housing Authority manages approximately 255 Public Housing units in West Haven. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Senior Housing closed
The Senior Housing program at West Haven Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in West Haven. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
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Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to West Haven Housing Authority — including across state lines.