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Connecticut Department of Housing
Hartford, Connecticut
Last Updated
7 hours ago
About Connecticut Department of Housing
The Connecticut Department of Housing (CTDOH), located in Hartford, Hartford County, Connecticut (PHA Code: CT901), manages approximately 8,958 assisted housing units. These include 8,958 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers designed to assist low-income families in securing affordable housing.
CTDOH offers several housing assistance programs. The Public Housing program waitlist is currently open for new applications. Other programs, such as the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Mainstream, Project-Based Voucher (PBV), and the Rental Assistance Program (RAP), are presently closed to new applicants. The status of the RAD program is unknown. Applicants should regularly check for updates on program availability.
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Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Head of household must be at least 18 years of age or an emancipated minor. Family income must be within HUD limits, and all adult members must pass a criminal background check. Only one application per household will be accepted.
Other Programs
7 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 Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8) waitlist is closed. Information for other Connecticut agencies can be found at www.cthcvp.org or www.affordablehousingonline.com.
The Mainstream Housing Opportunities Program for Persons with Disabilities, a special program within Section 8, is only open when the general Section 8 waiting list is open. The Section 8 waiting list is currently closed.
HACH is not currently accepting applications for our PBV program.
The Rental Assistance Program (RAP) waiting list is currently closed.
This state-supported program assists very-low-income families in affording decent, safe, and sanitary housing in the private market. Eligibility requires household income not to exceed 50 percent of the annual median income (AMI) for the chosen county or metropolitan area.
The Rental Assistance Program (RAP) waiting list last opened between June 18, 2007, and July 2, 2007.
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.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Connecticut Department of Housing portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING
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 Connecticut Department of Housing
Check Current Status
Connecticut Department of Housing currently has 1 open waiting list (Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Connecticut Department of Housing, 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 Connecticut Department of Housing portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Connecticut Department of Housing, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Connecticut Department of Housing manages approximately 8,958 assisted housing units (8,958 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Hartford. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Connecticut Department of Housing
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Connecticut Department of Housing 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.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Connecticut Department of Housing 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 Hartford. This program serves approximately 8,958 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 Connecticut Department of Housing 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 Connecticut Department of Housing are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Hartford. 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.
RAP closed
The RAP program at Connecticut Department of Housing provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Hartford. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Rental Assistance Program (RAP) closed
The Rental Assistance Program (RAP) program at Connecticut Department of Housing provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Hartford. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
other closed
The other program at Connecticut Department of Housing provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Hartford. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Connecticut Department of Housing converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Hartford maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
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Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Connecticut Department of Housing — including across state lines.