Havre de Grace Housing Authority
Havre De Grace, Maryland
Last Updated
22 hours ago
About Havre de Grace Housing Authority
The Havre de Grace Housing Authority (MD012) provides assisted housing options in Havre De Grace, Harford County, Maryland. This authority manages approximately 60 assisted housing units and is currently accepting applications for its Public Housing program.
The Public Housing program recently changed from closed to open. Other programs, including Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Mainstream, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), and Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD), are presently closed to new applicants. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD MSA area is $65,150 per year.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The waiting list for 3-, 4-, and 5-bedroom units is currently open, accepting applications for families and senior/disabled individuals. Applicants must pick up applications in-person or request them by phone, then mail or hand-deliver completed forms. Applicants must meet HUD income limits and update applications semi-annually to remain on the list.
Other Programs
4 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 Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8) waiting list is currently closed.
The Mainstream Voucher Program waiting list is currently closed.
The Project-Based Voucher Program waiting list is currently closed.
The Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) waiting list is currently closed.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Havre de Grace 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 Havre de Grace Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Havre de Grace 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 Havre de Grace 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. For a family of four, income must be below $65,150/year to qualify in this area. 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 Havre de Grace 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 Havre de Grace Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Havre de Grace Housing Authority manages approximately 60 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Havre De Grace. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Havre de Grace Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Havre de Grace Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Havre de Grace Housing Authority manages approximately 60 Public Housing units in Havre De Grace. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Havre de Grace 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 Havre De Grace. 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 Havre de Grace 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 Havre de Grace Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Havre De Grace. 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Havre de Grace Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Havre De Grace maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Havre de Grace Housing Authority?
Havre de Grace Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Havre de Grace Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $65,150. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $27,400 | $45,650 | $72,950 |
| 2 Persons | $31,300 | $52,150 | $83,400 |
| 3 Persons | $35,200 | $58,650 | $93,800 |
| 4 Persons | $39,100 | $65,150 | $104,200 |
| 5 Persons | $42,250 | $70,400 | $112,550 |
| 6 Persons | $45,400 | $75,600 | $120,900 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $80,800 | $129,250 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $86,000 | $137,550 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Havre de Grace Housing Authority — including across state lines.