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About New London Housing Authority
The New London Housing Authority, located in New London, Waupaca County, Wisconsin, manages approximately 164 assisted housing units. These include 101 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 63 Public Housing units.
Both the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program and Public Housing program waiting lists for the New London Housing Authority are currently closed and not accepting new applications. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for the Waupaca County, WI, area is $47,400 per year. All waiting lists operated by this authority are presently closed.
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 waiting list last opened and closed on March 26, 2026. The Section 8 Voucher Program is available to individuals who qualify according to HUD's low-income standards.
The Public Housing waiting list is currently closed, with no announced reopening date. The Housing Authority accepts pre-applications at the program level, and declining two invitations will purge an application from the waitlist.
Status History
Official Application
Contact New London Housing Authority directly at (920) 982-8509 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
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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 New London Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 2 waiting lists at New London Housing Authority are currently closed. Lists typically open with short notice — sometimes as little as 48 hours. The status at the top of this page is updated nightly.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at New London 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 $47,400/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 New London Housing Authority directly at (920) 982-8509 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 New London Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. New London Housing Authority manages approximately 164 assisted housing units (101 Section 8, 63 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in New London. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at New London Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at New London 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 New London. This program serves approximately 101 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at New London Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. New London Housing Authority manages approximately 63 Public Housing units in New London. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
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New London Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the New London Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Waupaca County, WI. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $47,400. 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 |
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| 1 Person | $19,950 | $33,200 | $53,100 |
| 2 Persons | $22,800 | $37,950 | $60,700 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $42,700 | $68,300 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $47,400 | $75,850 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $51,200 | $81,950 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $55,000 | $88,000 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $58,800 | $94,100 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $62,600 | $100,150 |
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 New London Housing Authority — including across state lines.