Ilion Housing Authority
Ilion, New York
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About Ilion Housing Authority
Ilion Housing Authority (HUD agency code NY059) is the public housing agency serving Ilion, Herkimer County, New York. It administers 154 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 3 waiting lists at this agency, covering HCV, PBV, Public Housing. As of Sep 19, 2026, 3 are open.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Utica-Rome, NY MSA. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $44,500 per year, and as Low Income at or below $71,200 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 32 status changes at this agency, most recently on Sep 19, 2026. Always confirm current status with the agency directly before applying.
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jul 1, 2017
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Applications are accepted since July 1, 2017, and the waiting list is open until further notice. Preferences include being displaced by government action, living in substandard housing, and being rent burdened; these preferences move applicants up the waiting list.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Aug 1, 2019
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The Project-Based Voucher waiting list is currently open, accepting applications since at least August 2019, until further notice. Preferences include involuntarily displaced, living in substandard housing conditions, and paying more than 50% of income for rent.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The Ilion Housing Authority is accepting public housing pre-applications; families' needs are considered for invitations to apply, and declining two invitations will purge an application. Preferences include displaced by Government Action, living in substandard housing, and being rent burdened.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Ilion Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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 Ilion Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Ilion Housing Authority currently has 3 open waiting lists (Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Project-Based Voucher (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 Ilion 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 $44,500/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 Ilion Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Ilion Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Ilion Housing Authority manages approximately 154 assisted housing units (154 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Ilion. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Ilion Housing Authority
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) open
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Ilion 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 Ilion. This program serves approximately 154 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) open
Project-Based Vouchers at Ilion Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Ilion. 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 Ilion Housing Authority 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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What are the income limits for Ilion Housing Authority?
Ilion Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Ilion Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Utica-Rome, NY MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $44,500. 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 | $18,700 | $31,150 | $49,850 |
| 2 Persons | $21,400 | $35,600 | $57,000 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $40,050 | $64,100 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $44,500 | $71,200 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $48,100 | $76,900 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $51,650 | $82,600 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $55,200 | $88,300 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $58,750 | $94,000 |
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 Ilion Housing Authority — including across state lines.