State of Nj Department of Community Affairs
Trenton, New Jersey
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About State of Nj Department of Community Affairs
The State of NJ Department of Community Affairs (PHA Code: NJ912) is situated in Trenton, Mercer County, New Jersey. This agency administers approximately 25,212 assisted housing units, primarily consisting of Section 8 vouchers.
All housing waitlists managed by the State of NJ DCA are currently closed. Programs include Emergency Housing Voucher (EHV), Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Public Housing, and the State Rental Assistance Program (SRAP). For a very low-income family of four in the Trenton-Princeton, NJ MSA area, the income limit is $63,450 per year.
While most waitlists remain closed, recent updates indicate that an additional program's waitlist and the State Rental Assistance Program (SRAP) waitlist have both changed from closed to opening soon. Prospective applicants should monitor for official announcements regarding the opening of these specific lists.
Other Programs
8 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.
Enrollment Period for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program is now closed.
Preferences include Veterans, Homeless, Elderly, Disabled, Local, and Residency Preference, with highest priority for US Armed Forces Veterans and surviving spouses. 6,000 households will be selected by lottery; only one pre-application per household per county will be accepted.
6,000 households were selected through a lottery system. Preferences for admission included Veterans, Homeless, Elderly, Disabled, Local, and Residency Preference, with Veterans having the highest priority. One pre-application per household per county was accepted.
The waitlist selected 6,000 households through a lottery system. Preferences included Veterans, Homeless, Elderly, Disabled, Local, and Residency.
The statewide State Rental Assistance Program (SRAP) waiting list is closed. A lottery selected 6,000 households with preferences for Veterans, Homeless, Elderly, Disabled, Local, and Residency.
The statewide State Rental Assistance Program (SRAP) waitlist opening for pre-applications has closed. Preferences include Veterans, Homeless, Elderly, Disabled, and Local Residents.
The Emergency Housing Voucher Program in Mercer County is administered through a referral process by the Trenton/Mercer Continuum of Care (CoC), Coordinated Entry (CE) system. There is no traditional open/closed waiting list for direct applications; eligibility is verified through the CE process....
No current waiting list information specifically for Public Housing administered by the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs in Trenton, NJ, has been found.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official State of Nj Department of Community Affairs 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 State of Nj Department of Community Affairs
Check Current Status
All 6 waiting lists at State of Nj Department of Community Affairs 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 State of Nj Department of Community Affairs, 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 $63,450/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 State of Nj Department of Community Affairs 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 State of Nj Department of Community Affairs, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. State of Nj Department of Community Affairs manages approximately 25,212 assisted housing units (25,212 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Trenton. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at State of Nj Department of Community Affairs
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at State of Nj Department of Community Affairs 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 Trenton. This program serves approximately 25,212 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Other closed
The Other program at State of Nj Department of Community Affairs provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Trenton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
SRAP closed
The SRAP program at State of Nj Department of Community Affairs provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Trenton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
State Rental Assistance Program closed
The State Rental Assistance Program program at State of Nj Department of Community Affairs provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Trenton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
State Rental Assistance Program (SRAP) closed
The State Rental Assistance Program (SRAP) program at State of Nj Department of Community Affairs provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Trenton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
other closed
The other program at State of Nj Department of Community Affairs provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Trenton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Emergency Housing Voucher (EHV) closed
The Emergency Housing Voucher (EHV) program at State of Nj Department of Community Affairs provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Trenton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at State of Nj Department of Community Affairs are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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State of Nj Department of Community Affairs Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the State of Nj Department of Community Affairs are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Trenton-Princeton, NJ MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $63,450. 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 | $26,650 | $44,450 | $71,050 |
| 2 Persons | $30,450 | $50,800 | $81,200 |
| 3 Persons | $34,250 | $57,150 | $91,350 |
| 4 Persons | $38,050 | $63,450 | $101,500 |
| 5 Persons | $41,100 | $68,550 | $109,650 |
| 6 Persons | $44,150 | $73,650 | $117,750 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $78,700 | $125,900 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $83,800 | $134,000 |
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 State of Nj Department of Community Affairs — including across state lines.