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About Town of Westerly Housing Authority
The Town of Westerly Housing Authority, located in Westerly, Washington County, Rhode Island, manages approximately 321 assisted housing units. These include 198 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 123 Public Housing units. Currently, the waitlist for the Public Housing program is open and accepting applications. The waitlist for the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is presently closed.
Applicants for the Public Housing program must meet specific eligibility requirements, including income limits set by HUD. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for the Westerly-Hopkinton-New Shoreham, RI HUD Metro FMR Area is $61,850 per year. Interested individuals should review all program criteria to determine their eligibility.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
May 13, 2021
How to Apply
In-person, Mail, Online
Additional Notes
Preferences are given to Westerly residents, and housing is available for income-qualified individuals 55 years or older and/or disabled; placement on the waiting list is assigned by lottery.
Other Programs
1 programThese 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 application process is only open when funding and availability permit; preferences are given to Westerly residents within various income categories.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Town of Westerly 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 Town of Westerly Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Town of Westerly 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 Town of Westerly 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 $61,850/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 Town of Westerly 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 Town of Westerly Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Town of Westerly Housing Authority manages approximately 321 assisted housing units (198 Section 8, 123 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Westerly. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Town of Westerly Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Town of Westerly Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Town of Westerly Housing Authority manages approximately 123 Public Housing units in Westerly. 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 Town of Westerly 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 Westerly. This program serves approximately 198 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Town of Westerly Housing Authority?
Town of Westerly Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Town of Westerly Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Westerly-Hopkinton-New Shoreham, RI HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $61,850. 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 | $26,000 | $43,300 | $69,300 |
| 2 Persons | $29,700 | $49,500 | $79,200 |
| 3 Persons | $33,400 | $55,700 | $89,100 |
| 4 Persons | $37,100 | $61,850 | $98,950 |
| 5 Persons | $40,100 | $66,800 | $106,900 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $71,750 | $114,800 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $76,700 | $122,700 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $81,650 | $130,650 |
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 Town of Westerly Housing Authority — including across state lines.