Smithfield Housing Authority
Smithfield, Rhode Island
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About Smithfield Housing Authority
The Smithfield Housing Authority (PHA Code: RI020) serves Smithfield, Providence County, Rhode Island. It manages approximately 106 assisted housing units, comprising 56 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 50 Public Housing units.
Currently, the waitlists for the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) and Project-Based Voucher (PBV) programs are open for new applicants. The Public Housing waitlist is currently closed. These statuses reflect recent changes, with the HCV waitlist recently changing from closed to open, and the Public Housing waitlist changing from open to closed. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for the Providence-Fall River, RI-MA HUD Metro FMR Area is $57,150 per year.
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
For families, elderly, handicapped or disabled. Applicants must be very low income.
View original notice — smithfieldhousingri.orgProject-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Applications are accepted for 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom units for the Georgiaville Village Green waiting list. The property is fully occupied. Applicant's total household income may not exceed Tax Credit income guidelines. Minimum income requirements apply unless a Housing Choice Voucher is held.
View original notice — smithfieldhousingri.orgOther 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.
Applications will be accepted until March 30, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. Greenville Manor provides low-income public housing for tenants age 62 or older, and for younger disabled tenants under age 62.
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 Rental Assistance Demonstration program converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance, allowing housing authorities to leverage private funding for property rehabilitation while preserving long-term affordability for residents.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Smithfield 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 Smithfield Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Smithfield Housing Authority currently has 2 open waiting lists (HCV, PBV). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Smithfield 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 $57,150/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 Smithfield 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 Smithfield Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Smithfield Housing Authority manages approximately 106 assisted housing units (56 Section 8, 50 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Smithfield. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Smithfield Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) open
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Smithfield 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 Smithfield. This program serves approximately 56 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
PBV Project-Based Voucher open
Project-Based Vouchers at Smithfield Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Smithfield. 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 closed
Public Housing units at Smithfield Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Smithfield Housing Authority manages approximately 50 Public Housing units in Smithfield. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Smithfield Housing Authority 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 closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Smithfield Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Smithfield maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
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Smithfield Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Smithfield Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Providence-Fall River, RI-MA HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $57,150. 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 | $24,050 | $40,050 | $64,050 |
| 2 Persons | $27,450 | $45,750 | $73,200 |
| 3 Persons | $30,900 | $51,450 | $82,350 |
| 4 Persons | $34,300 | $57,150 | $91,450 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $61,750 | $98,800 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $66,300 | $106,100 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $70,900 | $113,400 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $75,450 | $120,750 |
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 Smithfield Housing Authority — including across state lines.