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Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour
Seymour, Connecticut
Last Updated
8 hours ago
About Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour
The Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour (PHA Code: CT035) is located in Seymour, New Haven County, Connecticut. This authority manages approximately 120 assisted housing units, providing various housing solutions for eligible individuals and families within its service area.
Currently, the Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour is accepting applications for several programs. These include Affordable Housing, Assisted Living, Assisted Living (PILOT/LIHTC), Assisted Living (Smithfield Gardens), Assisted Living (State PILOT/LIHTC), Assisted Living / LIHTC, Other, and Other (Assisted Living). Other programs such as Federal Elderly Housing, HCV, and Public Housing are currently closed to new applicants.
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Affordable Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Applicants must be 55 years or older and meet income and screening criteria. A $50 application fee for background screening is required per applicant.
Assisted Living Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jun 1, 2019
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Offers 1-Bedroom units at Smithfield Gardens Assisted Living. Applicants must be at least age 65 and require assistance with at least one activity of daily living.
Assisted Living (PILOT/LIHTC) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Waiting list is open for Smithfield Gardens Assisted Living, serving 1 bedroom units under State of CT Assisted Living Demonstration PILOT and Low Income Housing Tax Credits.
Assisted Living (Smithfield Gardens) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jun 1, 2019
How to Apply
Online, Mail
Additional Notes
Applicants must be at least 65 years old and require assistance with at least one activity of daily living. Offers 1-Bedroom units.
Assisted Living (State PILOT/LIHTC) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jun 1, 2019
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Offers 1-bedroom units at Smithfield Gardens Assisted Living. Applicants must be at least age 65 and require assistance with at least one activity of daily living, subject to income limits.
Assisted Living - Smithfield Gardens Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Waiting list for 1-bedroom units at Smithfield Gardens Assisted Living is open; subject to Tenant Selection and Continued Occupancy Policies and income limits.
Assisted Living / LIHTC Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Smithfield Gardens Assisted Living (State of CT Assisted Living Demonstration PILOT; Low Income Housing Tax Credits) offers 1-bedroom units.
Other Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Smithfield Gardens Assisted Living is a State of CT Assisted Living Demonstration PILOT, utilizing Low Income Housing Tax Credits for 1-bedroom units.
Other (Assisted Living) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jun 1, 2019
How to Apply
Additional Notes
Applicants must be at least 65 years old and require assistance with at least one activity of daily living. The program offers 1-bedroom units.
other Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jun 1, 2019
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Assisted Living program for 1-bedroom units at Smithfield Gardens Assisted Living. Applicants must be at least 65 years old and require assistance with at least one activity of daily living; applications are downloaded online and mailed.
Other Programs
14 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.
Covers Callahan House and Norman Ray House for 0 and 1 bedroom units.
Units include 0 and 1 bedrooms at Callahan House and Norman Ray House.
Covers Callahan House and Norman Ray House (0 and 1 Bedroom units). Applications are subject to Tenant Selection and Continued Occupancy Policies (TSCOP) and income limits.
The statewide Section 8 waitlist is currently closed.
The waiting list for State Moderate Rental Housing (Brothers Court, Chamberlin Road, Seymour Avenue), offering 2 and 3-bedroom units, is currently closed. When last open, there were no preferences and selection was via a random lottery.
Covers Brothers Court, Chamberlin Road, and Seymour Avenue for 2 and 3 bedroom units.
This refers to State Moderate Rental Housing (Brothers Court, Chamberlin Road, Seymour Avenue) offering 2 and 3-bedroom units; the waitlist last opened from July to September 2019 and used a random lottery.
Head of Household must be 62 years or older and meet Section 8 income guidelines for Seymour I. Hollander Apartments.
Offers 0 and 1-Bedroom units at Callahan House and Norman Ray House. Preferences for veteran, elderly, and disabled.
The waitlist for the State-funded Rental Assistance Program (RAP) is currently closed.
The waiting list for the State-funded Rental Assistance Program (RAP Certificates) is currently closed.
Covers Brothers Court, Chamberlin Road, and Seymour Avenue (2 and 3 Bedroom units). Units have base rents, which average $500 or 30% of income (whichever is higher), plus utilities including oil, electricity, and water. Applicants must demonstrate the ability to pay the base rent or 30% of income...
Mainstream Vouchers provide rental assistance specifically for non-elderly persons with disabilities.
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 Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour 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 Town of Seymour
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour currently has 10 open waiting lists (Affordable Housing, Assisted Living, Assisted Living (PILOT/LIHTC), Assisted Living (Smithfield Gardens), Assisted Living (State PILOT/LIHTC), Assisted Living - Smithfield Gardens, Assisted Living / LIHTC, Other, Other (Assisted Living), other). 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 Town of Seymour, 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 Town of Seymour portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour manages approximately 120 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Seymour. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour
Affordable Housing open
The Affordable Housing program at Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Seymour. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Assisted Living open
The Assisted Living program at Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Seymour. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Assisted Living (PILOT/LIHTC) open
The Assisted Living (PILOT/LIHTC) program at Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Seymour. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Assisted Living (Smithfield Gardens) open
The Assisted Living (Smithfield Gardens) program at Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Seymour. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Assisted Living (State PILOT/LIHTC) open
The Assisted Living (State PILOT/LIHTC) program at Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Seymour. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Assisted Living - Smithfield Gardens open
The Assisted Living - Smithfield Gardens program at Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Seymour. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Assisted Living / LIHTC open
The Assisted Living / LIHTC program at Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Seymour. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other open
The Other program at Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Seymour. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (Assisted Living) open
The Other (Assisted Living) program at Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Seymour. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
other open
The other program at Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Seymour. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Elderly (Federal) Housing closed
The Elderly (Federal) Housing program at Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Seymour. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Elderly Housing (Federal) closed
The Elderly Housing (Federal) program at Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Seymour. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Federal Elderly Housing closed
The Federal Elderly Housing program at Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Seymour. 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 Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour 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 Seymour. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Moderate Rental closed
The Moderate Rental program at Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Seymour. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Moderate Rental (State) Housing closed
The Moderate Rental (State) Housing program at Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Seymour. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Moderate Rental Housing closed
The Moderate Rental Housing program at Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Seymour. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Seymour. 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 Town of Seymour are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour manages approximately 120 Public Housing units in Seymour. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
RAP closed
The RAP program at Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Seymour. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Rental Assistance Program (RAP Certificates) closed
The Rental Assistance Program (RAP Certificates) program at Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Seymour. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
State Moderate Rental Housing closed
The State Moderate Rental Housing program at Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Seymour. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour 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.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Seymour 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 Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour — including across state lines.