Village of Waterford
Waterford, New York
Last Updated
22 hours ago
About Village of Waterford
Village of Waterford (HUD agency code NY630) is the public housing agency serving Waterford, Saratoga County, New York. It administers 58 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 5 waiting lists at this agency, covering PBV, Public Housing, HCV, Mainstream, RAD. As of Oct 1, 2026, 2 are open and 3 are closed.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY MSA. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $58,050 per year, and as Low Income at or below $92,900 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 6 status changes at this agency, most recently on Apr 28, 2026.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Eligibility is based on federal income guidelines; the very low-income limit for a family of four is $58,050 per year in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY MSA.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Waitlists are open for Jefferson Terrace/Vanderbilt Terrace Apartments for 1, 2, 3, and 4 Bedroom Units. Preference is given to heads of households that work in the Capital Region.
Other Programs
3 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 Section 8 Wait List is currently closed. Contact Rani at 518-584-6600 Ext 227 for questions.
Mainstream Vouchers provide rental assistance specifically for non-elderly persons with disabilities. The program helps individuals transition out of institutional settings or avoid institutionalization by subsidizing housing costs in the private market.
The waitlist for this program closed on April 28, 2026.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Village of Waterford directly 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 Village of Waterford
Check Current Status
Village of Waterford currently has 2 open waiting lists (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 Village of Waterford, 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 $58,050/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 Village of Waterford directly at 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 Village of Waterford, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Village of Waterford manages approximately 58 assisted housing units (58 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Waterford. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Village of Waterford
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) open
Project-Based Vouchers at Village of Waterford are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Waterford. 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 Village of Waterford 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.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Village of Waterford 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 Waterford. This program serves approximately 58 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Village of Waterford are specifically designated for non-elderly individuals with disabilities. These vouchers work like standard HCVs but are reserved for this population and often have separate, shorter waitlists.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Village of Waterford converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Waterford maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Village of Waterford?
Village of Waterford Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Village of Waterford are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $58,050. 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 | $24,400 | $40,650 | $65,050 |
| 2 Persons | $27,900 | $46,450 | $74,350 |
| 3 Persons | $31,400 | $52,250 | $83,650 |
| 4 Persons | $34,850 | $58,050 | $92,900 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $62,700 | $100,350 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $67,350 | $107,800 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $72,000 | $115,200 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $76,650 | $122,650 |
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 Village of Waterford — including across state lines.