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Housing Authority of the City of Hartford
Hartford, Connecticut
Last Updated
7 hours ago
About Housing Authority of the City of Hartford
The Housing Authority of the City of Hartford (PHA Code: CT003) serves residents in Hartford, Hartford County, Connecticut. This authority manages approximately 3,811 assisted housing units. These include 2,869 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 942 Public Housing units.
The Housing Authority offers several programs to assist eligible low-income individuals and families. Currently, the waitlist for Public Housing is open to new applicants. Programs such as the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) and Project-Based Vouchers (PBV) are presently closed to new applications. Prospective applicants for Public Housing should monitor the authority's announcements for application details.
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Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Pre-applications are received online; applicants need their social security card, names and dates of birth of all family members, and income information for all family members. Head of household must be at least 18 or an emancipated minor, and family income must not exceed established limits.
Other Programs
5 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.
Vouchers are specific to non-elderly disabled individuals who are homeless, at risk of homelessness, at risk of institutionalization, or leaving an institution. The general HCV waitlist is closed, implying Mainstream is also closed.
HACH is not currently accepting applications for our PBV program.
There is no open waitlist currently for the RAD program in the Hartford area. HACH has entered its portfolio into the RAD program but is not proposing new conversions not already disclosed.
Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing combines HUD rental assistance with VA supportive services for homeless veterans. Participants receive a housing voucher along with case management, health care, and mental health services through the VA.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City of Hartford 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 Housing Authority of the City of Hartford
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the City of Hartford 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 Housing Authority of the City of Hartford, 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 Hartford portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Housing Authority of the City of Hartford, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Hartford manages approximately 3,811 assisted housing units (2,869 Section 8, 942 Public Housing), 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 Housing Authority of the City of Hartford
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the City of Hartford 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 Hartford manages approximately 942 Public Housing units in Hartford. 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 Housing Authority of the City of Hartford 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 2,869 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 Hartford 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 Hartford 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Housing Authority of the City of Hartford 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.
VASH Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing closed
The HUD-VASH program at Housing Authority of the City of Hartford combines Housing Choice Vouchers with VA supportive services for homeless veterans in Hartford. Referrals are made through the local VA Medical Center — contact the VA to begin the application process.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Housing Authority of the City of Hartford — including across state lines.