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About Borough of Clementon Housing Authority
The Borough of Clementon Housing Authority provides affordable housing options in Clementon, Camden County, New Jersey. This authority manages approximately 142 assisted housing units for eligible residents.
The authority manages 70 Public Housing units and administers 72 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) units. Currently, the waitlist for the Public Housing program is open for new applications. The Housing Choice Voucher program waitlist is presently closed.
Applicants for the Public Housing program should be aware of income limits. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for this service area (Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD MSA) is $59,700 per year. Interested individuals should contact the housing authority directly for application details and eligibility criteria.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The waiting list is for senior/disabled individuals only, as the CHA does not offer a family public housing program. Preferences are given to veterans, or those who live and/or work in Clementon.
Other 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.
Due to lack of sufficient funding, the Section 8/Housing Choice Voucher Program Waiting List is closed. The CHA is not accepting applications at this time. Applications are taken to compile a waiting list. Priorities are Clementon Residents, Prior Clementon Residents, and Out of Town applicants, with Veterans as a priority in each category.
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Borough of Clementon 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 Borough of Clementon Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Borough of Clementon 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 Borough of Clementon 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 $59,700/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 Borough of Clementon 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 Borough of Clementon Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Borough of Clementon Housing Authority manages approximately 142 assisted housing units (72 Section 8, 70 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Clementon. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Borough of Clementon Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Borough of Clementon Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Borough of Clementon Housing Authority manages approximately 70 Public Housing units in Clementon. 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 Borough of Clementon 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 Clementon. This program serves approximately 72 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
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What are the income limits for Borough of Clementon Housing Authority?
Borough of Clementon Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Borough of Clementon Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $59,700. 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 | $25,100 | $41,800 | $66,850 |
| 2 Persons | $28,650 | $47,800 | $76,400 |
| 3 Persons | $32,250 | $53,750 | $85,950 |
| 4 Persons | $35,800 | $59,700 | $95,500 |
| 5 Persons | $38,700 | $64,500 | $103,150 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $69,300 | $110,800 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $74,050 | $118,450 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $78,850 | $126,100 |
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 Borough of Clementon Housing Authority — including across state lines.