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About Pittsfield Housing Authority
The Pittsfield Housing Authority (PHA Code: MA029) is located in Pittsfield, Berkshire County, Massachusetts. It manages approximately 754 assisted housing units for residents. This includes approximately 585 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and 169 Public Housing units.
Currently, the Pittsfield Housing Authority has waitlists open for its Project-Based Voucher (PBV) program and its Public Housing program. The waitlist for the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is presently closed to new applicants.
Applicants should note the income limits for eligibility. For instance, a very low-income family of four in the Berkshire County, MA (part) HUD Metro FMR Area must have an annual income no higher than $59,800 to qualify for these programs.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
Additional Notes
Project-Based units are still accepting applications. Assistance remains with the unit, so if a household moves, the subsidy does not transfer to another location.
View original notice — pittsfieldhousing.orgPublic Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Additional Notes
Applications are placed on the waitlist by date and time of application. Applications are selected off the waitlist by date and time and according to preferences including local preference for City of Pittsfield applicants experiencing qualifying emergency housing situations.
View original notice — pittsfieldhousing.orgOther Programs
1 programThese 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. After one year of residency in the Project-Based program, a tenant in good standing may choose to opt out of the program and have their application placed at the top of the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) mobile waitlist.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Pittsfield Housing Authority directly at (413) 443-5936 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING
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 Pittsfield Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Pittsfield Housing Authority currently has 2 open waiting lists (PBV, Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Pittsfield 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 $59,800/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
Contact Pittsfield Housing Authority directly at (413) 443-5936 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 Pittsfield Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Pittsfield Housing Authority manages approximately 754 assisted housing units (585 Section 8, 169 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Pittsfield. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Pittsfield Housing Authority
PBV Project-Based Voucher open
Project-Based Vouchers at Pittsfield Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Pittsfield. 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 open
Public Housing units at Pittsfield Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Pittsfield Housing Authority manages approximately 169 Public Housing units in Pittsfield. 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 Pittsfield 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 Pittsfield. This program serves approximately 585 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Pittsfield Housing Authority?
Pittsfield Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Pittsfield Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Berkshire County, MA (part) HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $59,800. 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 | $25,150 | $41,850 | $67,000 |
| 2 Persons | $28,750 | $47,800 | $76,550 |
| 3 Persons | $32,350 | $53,850 | $86,100 |
| 4 Persons | $35,900 | $59,800 | $95,650 |
| 5 Persons | $38,800 | $64,600 | $103,350 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $69,400 | $111,000 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $74,150 | $118,650 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $78,950 | $126,300 |
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 Pittsfield Housing Authority — including across state lines.