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Housing Authority of the City of Meriden
Meriden, Connecticut
Last Updated
2 days ago
About Housing Authority of the City of Meriden
The Housing Authority of the City of Meriden, located in Meriden, New Haven County, Connecticut, oversees approximately 1,142 assisted housing units. These units consist of 921 Housing Choice Vouchers and 221 Public Housing units.
Currently, the Housing Authority is accepting applications for its Community Towers and Public Housing programs. The Public Housing program recently transitioned from a closed to an open status for new applicants. Additionally, a program categorized as "Other" recently changed from open to closed. Other programs, including Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), Mainstream, Moderate Income Housing, and various State Moderate Income Programs, are presently closed to new applications.
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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 HCV waiting list is currently closed. Last applications were accepted online, by printed application, or pick up from MHA, and submitted by drop-off or mail. Preferences included families terminated from HCV due to insufficient funding, victims of natural disaster, victims of fires, and families displaced by sanctioned activity, with placement by random lottery weighed by preferences. Imagineers LLC administers the HCV program for Meriden.
Mainstream is listed as 'closed'.
The State Moderate Income program completed its lottery for a past opening, and is currently closed for new applications.
Effective May 1, 2026, the waiting list for Community Towers is closed, and applications will not be accepted until further notice.
The waiting lists for Moderate Income Housing Programs, including the State Moderate Income program, are currently closed.
Lottery process for placement has been completed.
The waiting list for Community Towers closed effective May 1, 2026, and no applications are being accepted.
The Meriden Housing Authority Public Housing waiting list is currently closed. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.
Status History
Deadline: May 1, 2026
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City of Meriden 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 City of Meriden
Check Current Status
All 8 waiting lists at Housing Authority of the City of Meriden are currently closed. Lists typically open with short notice — sometimes as little as 48 hours. The status at the top of this page is updated nightly.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Housing Authority of the City of Meriden, 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 Meriden portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Housing Authority of the City of Meriden, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Meriden manages approximately 1,142 assisted housing units (921 Section 8, 221 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Meriden. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Meriden
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City of Meriden 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 Meriden. This program serves approximately 921 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 Meriden 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.
Other Other Programs closed
The Other Programs program at Housing Authority of the City of Meriden provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Meriden. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Meriden are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Meriden. 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 Housing Authority of the City of Meriden 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 Meriden manages approximately 221 Public Housing units in Meriden. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
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 Meriden — including across state lines.