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Hamden Housing Authority
Hamden, Connecticut
Last Updated
7 hours ago
About Hamden Housing Authority
The Hamden Housing Authority (PHA Code: CT042) is located in Hamden, New Haven County, Connecticut. This authority manages approximately 309 assisted housing units, primarily through Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Currently, the Hamden Housing Authority has open waitlists for its Congregate, Congregate Housing, and Congregate Living programs. The Congregate program recently changed its status to open, providing new application opportunities. Additionally, the State Elderly/Disabled Housing Program, which was previously closed, is expected to open soon. Applicants interested in these programs should monitor for announcements regarding application procedures and eligibility requirements.
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Congregate Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
Congregate Living is accepting applications. Applications can be obtained by calling the Congregate Housing Facility at 203-248-9036. The program is designed for frail elderly applicants, 62 years of age or older, who have temporary or periodic difficulties with daily living activities. Yearly income cannot exceed $63,700 for one person or $72,800 for two persons. Apartments are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
Congregate Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
The Congregate Housing facility is accepting applications, serving frail elderly (62+ years) with difficulties in daily living, with income limits of $69,750 for one person or $79,700 for two persons, and apartments are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
Congregate Living Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Phone
Additional Notes
Congregate Living is accepting applications for frail elderly applicants (62+ with difficulties in daily living) with income limits of $69,750 for one person or $79,700 for two persons; apartments are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
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.
Eligibility requires applicants to be 62 or older or certified disabled, with income limits of $63,700 for one person or $72,800 for two persons.
Pre-applications were accepted POSTMARKED between August 4, 2025 and September 8 2025. Selection will be by random draw lottery. Applicants whose names are drawn will be notified via regular mail by October 1, 2025. Applicants must be at least 62 years of age or handicapped/disabled certified by ...
Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) provide rental assistance that tenants can use in the private market. The voucher covers a portion of rent, with tenants typically paying 30% of their adjusted gross income. Participants can choose any housing that meets program requirements.
Public Housing provides affordable rental units owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Units range from single-family homes to high-rise apartments, with rent typically set at 30% of household income.
Pre-applications were accepted by mail only, with selection by random draw lottery; applicants whose names were drawn were notified by October 1, 2025.
No waitlist information currently available for this program.
No current waiting list information found for elderly housing programs.
No specific information found for a Mainstream program directly administered by Hamden Housing Authority, beyond general state-level information.
Project-Based Vouchers are tied to specific housing units rather than following the tenant. Landlords or developers partner with the housing authority to reserve units for eligible low-income families. Unlike tenant-based HCV vouchers, PBV assistance stays with the unit if the tenant moves.
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance, allowing housing authorities to leverage private funding for property rehabilitation while preserving long-term affordability for residents.
No current waiting list information found for general Affordable Housing units, which include two duplexes (4 units) of family housing with two bedrooms each.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Hamden 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 Hamden Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Hamden Housing Authority currently has 3 open waiting lists (Congregate, Congregate Housing, Congregate Living). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Hamden 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 Hamden Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Hamden Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Hamden Housing Authority manages approximately 309 assisted housing units (309 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Hamden. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Hamden Housing Authority
Congregate open
The Congregate program at Hamden Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Hamden. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Congregate Housing open
The Congregate Housing program at Hamden Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Hamden. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Congregate Living open
The Congregate Living program at Hamden Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Hamden. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Elderly/Disabled Housing closed
The Elderly/Disabled Housing program at Hamden Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Hamden. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Elderly/Disabled Housing Program closed
The Elderly/Disabled Housing Program program at Hamden Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Hamden. 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 Hamden 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 Hamden. This program serves approximately 309 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 Hamden Housing Authority 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.
State Elderly/Disabled Housing Program closed
The State Elderly/Disabled Housing Program program at Hamden Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Hamden. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Housing closed
The Affordable Housing program at Hamden Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Hamden. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Elderly Housing closed
The Elderly Housing program at Hamden Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Hamden. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Hamden 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 closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Hamden Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Hamden. 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Hamden Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Hamden maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
other closed
The other program at Hamden Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Hamden. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
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