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Greenwich Housing Authority
Greenwich, Connecticut
Last Updated
10 hours ago
About Greenwich Housing Authority
The Greenwich Housing Authority (PHA Code: CT019) is located in Greenwich, Fairfield County, Connecticut. It manages approximately 730 assisted housing units, comprising 420 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 310 Public Housing units.
The authority offers various affordable housing programs, including Public Housing, Housing Choice Vouchers, Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) properties, and State Moderate Housing. Currently, all waiting lists for these programs are closed to new applications.
Applicants should note that while all lists are presently closed, there has been recent activity indicating that the "other" program waitlist and the Low Income Housing Tax Credit waitlist statuses have recently changed from closed to "opening soon." Prospective applicants are advised to monitor the authority for future openings.
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Other Programs Waitlist
Moderate-Income Dwelling
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This is for a specific 1-bedroom unit at 4 Armonk Street. Local preference is given to legal Greenwich Residents or those working full-time in Greenwich.
Other Programs
9 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.
Waiting list for Market Rate 2 & 3 Bedroom Townhouses (Adams Gardens II, Private Market Family Units). Preference is given to legal Greenwich Residents or those working full-time in Greenwich.
The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) waiting list is currently closed to new applications. Eligibility is generally limited to households with incomes not exceeding 50 percent of the median income for the area, and active applicants must submit annual updates by mail.
The Low Income Housing Tax Credit waitlist for Armstrong Court Phase IV (Family 3 and 2 Bedroom units) is currently closed, it opened March 24, 2025, and April 23, 2025.
The Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program incentivizes private development of affordable rental housing. Properties receiving tax credits must reserve a percentage of units for income-eligible tenants at below-market rents.
The Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program incentivizes private development of affordable rental housing. Properties receiving tax credits must reserve a percentage of units for income-eligible tenants at below-market rents.
Pre-Application for Armstrong Court Low Income Housing Tax Credit Program for an Accessible Unit is open. Applications must be filled out completely and submitted by mail. Applicants with disabilities can request assistance by calling (203) 869-1138. Preferences are given to applicants who are le...
This program was for applicants with disabilities, with local preference.
Pre-Application for Accessible Units through the Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program at Armstrong Court is open until January 31, 2026. Application forms must be printed and submitted by mail. Applicants with disabilities can request assistance by calling (203) 869-1138. Local preferenc...
This pre-application for an accessible unit within the Armstrong Court Low Income Housing Tax Credit Program had a deadline of January 31, 2026. Applicants with disabilities could request assistance by phone.
For Family 2 Bedroom units. Note: This is distinct from the accessible unit pre-application.
This is a Low Income Housing Tax Credit program for family 2 bedroom units.
This is a Low Income Housing Tax Credit program for family 3 bedroom units.
This Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program for families, offering 2 and 3 bedroom units, is currently closed. Local preference is given to legal Greenwich Residents or individuals working full-time in Greenwich.
Eligibility for the Mainstream Housing Opportunities Program for Persons with Disabilities relies on the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list, which is currently closed.
This is for Family 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Private Market units at Town Hall Annex.
This program offers 2 & 3 bedroom family units. Preference is given to legal Greenwich Residents or those whose Head of Household or Spouse works full-time in Greenwich. When open, applications are available for pick-up, download, or by mail.
This was for a specific 1-bedroom Moderate-Income Dwelling unit at 4 Armonk Street.
The Moderate-Income Dwelling (MID) waitlist for a specific 1-bedroom unit at 4 Armonk Street closed on June 30, 2026, and its status changed to closed on July 6, 2026.
This program is for Town Hall Annex, offering Family 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom units.
Offers 1, 2, and 3 bedroom units for families. Preference is given to legal Greenwich residents or those working full-time in Greenwich.
This program offers 2 & 3 bedroom family townhouses. Preference is given to legal Greenwich Residents or those whose Head of Household or Spouse works full-time in Greenwich. When open, applications are available for pick-up, download, or by mail.
This program offers 1, 2 & 3 bedroom family units. Preference is given to legal Greenwich Residents or those whose Head of Household or Spouse works full-time in Greenwich. When open, applications are available for pick-up, download, or by mail.
The Adams Gardens II waitlist for Market Rate 2 & 3 Bedroom Townhouses closed on August 1, 2017. Preference is given to legal Greenwich Residents or those working full-time in Greenwich.
The State Moderate waitlist for McKinney Terrace II (55+ and Disabled Studio / 1 Bedroom) opened on December 13, 2021, and closed on June 3, 2022.
The waitlist for this 55+ and Disabled Studio/1 Bedroom program is currently closed.
Applicants are housed based on application date/time, unit availability, and local preference. Local preference is given to Greenwich residents or those working full-time in Greenwich.
Serves those 55+ and disabled. Preference is given to legal Greenwich Residents or those whose Head of Household or Spouse works full-time in Greenwich. When open, applications are available for pick-up, download, or by mail.
The McKinney Terrace II waitlist for 55+ and Disabled Studio/1 Bedroom units closed on June 3, 2022.
Serves individuals 55+ and disabled, with preference for Greenwich residents or those working full-time in Greenwich.
The Project-Based Voucher waiting list for Quarry Knoll II, a Senior & Disabled property, opened on March 1, 2022, and closed on March 11, 2022.
The Public Housing waiting lists, including those for Family and Senior communities, were last open from April 3, 2023, to June 30, 2023. Active applicants are required to submit annual updates by mail.
Quarry Knoll II is a Project-Based Section 8 voucher program for seniors and disabled individuals. Local preference given to Greenwich residents or those working full-time in Greenwich, and to former senior/disabled residents returning to Greenwich.
Quarry Knoll I, Senior & Disabled Studio / 1 Bed, Low Income Public Housing. Applications must be filled out completely and submitted by mail with the appropriate verification. Applicants are subject to various eligibility rules and housed based on the date and time of application, the availabili...
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Greenwich 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 Greenwich Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Greenwich Housing Authority currently has 1 open waiting list (Other Programs). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Greenwich 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. 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 Greenwich Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Greenwich Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Greenwich Housing Authority manages approximately 730 assisted housing units (420 Section 8, 310 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Greenwich. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Greenwich Housing Authority
Other Other Programs open
The Other Programs program at Greenwich Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Greenwich. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements. The application window closes on June 30, 2026.
Affordable Affordable Housing closed
The Affordable Housing program at Greenwich Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Greenwich. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Greenwich 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 Greenwich. This program serves approximately 420 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
LIHTC Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) closed
The Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program at Greenwich Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Greenwich. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Greenwich 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.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Greenwich Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Greenwich. 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 Greenwich Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Greenwich Housing Authority manages approximately 310 Public Housing units in Greenwich. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Greenwich Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Greenwich maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Senior Senior Housing closed
The Senior Housing program at Greenwich Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Greenwich. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
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