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Housing Authority of the City of Bristol
Bristol, Connecticut
Last Updated
7 hours ago
About Housing Authority of the City of Bristol
The Housing Authority of the City of Bristol, located in Bristol, Hartford County, Connecticut (PHA Code: CT023), manages approximately 1,303 assisted housing units. These units comprise 755 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and 548 Public Housing units, serving eligible individuals and families in the local area.
Historically, the authority has administered various programs, including Congregate Housing (specifically Komanetsky Estates Senior), the Family State Housing Program, Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), Mainstream vouchers, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), and Public Housing. Other programs have also been managed.
It is important for potential applicants to note that all waiting lists for the Housing Authority of the City of Bristol are currently closed. This includes lists for Congregate Housing - Komanetsky Estates Senior, Family State Housing, HCV, Mainstream, PBV, and Public Housing programs. The authority is not accepting new applications at this time.
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Other Programs
11 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.
This waitlist is specifically for Komanetsky Estates Senior housing for low-income older adults ages 62+.
Eligibility requires residents to be 62 or older with temporary or permanent difficulties with one or more essential activities of daily living.
This program is for low-income older adults ages 62+.
No specific details on preferences for the Family State Housing program were found beyond the general closed status.
This program serves the City of Bristol, Town of Plainville, Town of Southington, and Town of Terryville, CT, for 1, 2, and 3-bedroom apartments.
The waiting list for the Family State Housing Program for 1, 2, and 3-Bedroom apartments was last open from May 10, 2021, until May 21, 2021, accepting online applications. This program serves City of Bristol, Town of Plainville, Town of Southington, and Town of Terryville, CT.
The Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8 Program) waiting list is currently closed. Information on open waiting lists throughout Connecticut can be found at cthcvp.org.
The Section 8 waiting list identifies applicants who meet Mainstream eligibility requirements.
The Zbikowski Park Section 8 Project-Based Voucher Waiting List is also closed.
All waitlists are currently closed. Applications are not being accepted at this time. Pre-applications can be submitted online when waitlists are open.
This applies to the Komanetsky Estates Senior Congregate Housing waiting list. Eligibility required residents to be 62 or older with temporary or permanent difficulties with one or more essential activities of daily living.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City of Bristol portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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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 Housing Authority of the City of Bristol
Check Current Status
All 11 waiting lists at Housing Authority of the City of Bristol 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 Housing Authority of the City of Bristol, 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. 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 Housing Authority of the City of Bristol portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Housing Authority of the City of Bristol, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Bristol manages approximately 1,303 assisted housing units (755 Section 8, 548 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Bristol. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Bristol
Congregate Housing closed
The Congregate Housing program at Housing Authority of the City of Bristol provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Bristol. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Congregate Housing (Komanetsky Estates Senior) closed
The Congregate Housing (Komanetsky Estates Senior) program at Housing Authority of the City of Bristol provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Bristol. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Congregate Housing - Komanetsky Estates Senior closed
The Congregate Housing - Komanetsky Estates Senior program at Housing Authority of the City of Bristol provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Bristol. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Family State Housing closed
The Family State Housing program at Housing Authority of the City of Bristol provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Bristol. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Family State Housing Program closed
The Family State Housing Program program at Housing Authority of the City of Bristol provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Bristol. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Family State Housing Program (1, 2, and 3-Bedroom) closed
The Family State Housing Program (1, 2, and 3-Bedroom) program at Housing Authority of the City of Bristol provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Bristol. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City of Bristol 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 Bristol. This program serves approximately 755 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 Housing Authority of the City of Bristol 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.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Bristol are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Bristol. 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 Housing Authority of the City of Bristol are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of the City of Bristol manages approximately 548 Public Housing units in Bristol. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
other closed
The other program at Housing Authority of the City of Bristol provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Bristol. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
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