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About Plattsburgh Housing Authority
The Plattsburgh Housing Authority (PHA), located in Plattsburgh, Clinton County, New York (PHA Code: NY018), provides assisted housing opportunities. It manages approximately 824 assisted housing units. These include 604 Public Housing units and 220 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV).
Currently, the Public Housing program administered by the Plattsburgh Housing Authority is open for new applications. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program and Project-Based Voucher (PBV) program waitlists are both closed to new applicants at this time. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit in the Clinton County, NY area is $47,150 per year for eligibility purposes.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jan 1, 2018
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Preferences are given to those who live, work, or are hired to work in Clinton County, or are 62 years of age or older.
Other Programs
2 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 HCV/Section 8 wait list is currently closed as of June 30, 2025. The only preference given is for residency in Clinton County. Income limits are provided based on family size. Applications are reviewed for eligibility and placed on the waiting list if approved.
The Atlas Heights Project-Based Voucher waiting list was open from January 1, 2025, to January 31, 2025, and is now closed.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Plattsburgh 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 Plattsburgh Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Plattsburgh 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 Plattsburgh 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 $47,150/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 Plattsburgh 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 Plattsburgh Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Plattsburgh Housing Authority manages approximately 824 assisted housing units (220 Section 8, 604 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Plattsburgh. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Plattsburgh Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Plattsburgh Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Plattsburgh Housing Authority manages approximately 604 Public Housing units in Plattsburgh. 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 Plattsburgh 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 Plattsburgh. This program serves approximately 220 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Plattsburgh Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Plattsburgh. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Plattsburgh Housing Authority?
Plattsburgh Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Plattsburgh Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Clinton County, NY. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $47,150. 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 | $19,850 | $33,050 | $52,850 |
| 2 Persons | $22,650 | $37,750 | $60,400 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $42,450 | $67,950 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $47,150 | $75,450 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $50,950 | $81,500 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $54,700 | $87,550 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $58,500 | $93,600 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $62,250 | $99,600 |
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 Plattsburgh Housing Authority — including across state lines.