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Housing Authority of the Town of Enfield
Enfield, Connecticut
Last Updated
8 hours ago
About Housing Authority of the Town of Enfield
The Housing Authority of the Town of Enfield (PHA Code CT008) serves Enfield, Hartford County, Connecticut. This authority manages approximately 195 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers, providing rental assistance to eligible low-income individuals and families.
Currently, waitlists are open for several programs offered by the Housing Authority. These include Congregate housing options, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), and the VASH program. The waitlist for Public Housing has also recently opened, having transitioned from a closed status, and is currently accepting applications. Applicants are encouraged to inquire about specific eligibility requirements for these programs.
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Congregate Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
May 8, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Designed for the 'frail elderly' (62 or older needing assistance with daily functions); eligibility requires meeting State of Connecticut and EHA criteria, including income guidelines and screening.
Congregate Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
May 8, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This program is for the 'frail elderly' (62 or older needing assistance with daily functions) and requires meeting State of Connecticut and EHA criteria.
Congregate Housing Program Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
May 8, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Designed for the 'frail elderly' (62 or older needing assistance with daily functions) and requires meeting State of Connecticut and EHA criteria.
Congregate Program Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
May 8, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This program is for the 'frail elderly' (62 or older needing assistance with daily functions) who meet State of Connecticut and EHA criteria; no application deadline.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Preferences for specific Project-Based Voucher programs may include elderly, veteran, family, or disabled family.
Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
This program provides supportive housing with case management services to Veterans experiencing homelessness; apply by contacting your local VA Homeless Program.
Opening Soon
2 upcomingPublic Housing Waitlist
Current Status
Currently Closed — Opens Jun 29, 2026
Application Window
Jun 29, 2026 – Jul 1, 2026
Details
The one-bedroom public housing waiting list will open online only; priority is given for elderly and disabled applicants who meet income guidelines at or below 80% area median income and occupancy standards.
Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) Waitlist
Current Status
Opening date arrived — check if accepting applications
Details
The waitlist for Enfield Manor will open for 99 one-bedroom apartment homes; applicants must be age 62 or older OR 100% disabled, and rents are based on income.
Other Programs
12 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 waiting list for the Elderly/Disabled program is currently closed.
Eligibility requires meeting State of Connecticut and EHA's additional criteria, including income guidelines and passing screening criteria.
Applicants must be age 62 or older OR 100% disabled, with rents based on income; the EHA participates in the State's Elderly Rental Assistance Payment (ERAP) program.
The Elderly/Disabled program waitlist is currently closed.
Applications for the Housing Choice Voucher Program can ONLY be accepted when the wait list is "Open". When the Enfield Housing Authority opens the wait list, it will be announced on this website, through public notice in the newspaper and at 2-1-1.
The Mainstream Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list closed after accepting applications from January 18, 2023, to January 23, 2023.
The waiting list for the Moderate Rental Housing Program closed on December 16, 2025.
Residents are responsible for all utilities and appliances; rents are based on income, paying base rent OR 30% of adjusted gross income, whichever is higher.
The Moderate Rental Housing waiting list closed on December 16, 2025.
The Moderate Rental Housing waitlist closed on December 16, 2025.
This is the HUD-VASH Veterans Housing Program. To apply, contact your local VA Homeless Program.
This joint VA/HUD program provides supportive housing and case management services for Veterans experiencing homelessness.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the Town of Enfield 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 Housing Authority of the Town of Enfield
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the Town of Enfield currently has 6 open waiting lists (Congregate, Congregate Housing, Congregate Housing Program, Congregate Program, PBV, VASH). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Housing Authority of the Town of Enfield, 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 Town of Enfield portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Housing Authority of the Town of Enfield, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the Town of Enfield manages approximately 195 assisted housing units (195 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Enfield. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the Town of Enfield
Congregate open
The Congregate program at Housing Authority of the Town of Enfield provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Enfield. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Congregate Housing open
The Congregate Housing program at Housing Authority of the Town of Enfield provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Enfield. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Congregate Housing Program open
The Congregate Housing Program program at Housing Authority of the Town of Enfield provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Enfield. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Congregate Program open
The Congregate Program program at Housing Authority of the Town of Enfield provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Enfield. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher open
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the Town of Enfield are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Enfield. 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.
VASH Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing open
The HUD-VASH program at Housing Authority of the Town of Enfield combines Housing Choice Vouchers with VA supportive services for homeless veterans in Enfield. Referrals are made through the local VA Medical Center — contact the VA to begin the application process.
Elderly/Disabled closed
The Elderly/Disabled program at Housing Authority of the Town of Enfield provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Enfield. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Elderly/Disabled Housing closed
The Elderly/Disabled Housing program at Housing Authority of the Town of Enfield provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Enfield. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Elderly/Disabled Housing Program closed
The Elderly/Disabled Housing Program program at Housing Authority of the Town of Enfield provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Enfield. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Elderly/Disabled Program closed
The Elderly/Disabled Program program at Housing Authority of the Town of Enfield provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Enfield. 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 Town of Enfield 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 Enfield. This program serves approximately 195 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 Town of Enfield 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.
Moderate Rental closed
The Moderate Rental program at Housing Authority of the Town of Enfield provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Enfield. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Moderate Rental Housing closed
The Moderate Rental Housing program at Housing Authority of the Town of Enfield provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Enfield. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Moderate Rental Housing Program closed
The Moderate Rental Housing Program program at Housing Authority of the Town of Enfield provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Enfield. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Moderate Rental Program closed
The Moderate Rental Program program at Housing Authority of the Town of Enfield provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Enfield. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the Town of Enfield 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Housing Authority of the Town of Enfield converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Enfield maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Other closed
The Other program at Housing Authority of the Town of Enfield provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Enfield. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
other closed
The other program at Housing Authority of the Town of Enfield provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Enfield. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
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