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Lewiston Housing Authority
Lewiston, Maine
Last Updated
8 hours ago
About Lewiston Housing Authority
The Lewiston Housing Authority, located in Lewiston, Androscoggin County, Maine, manages approximately 2,026 assisted housing units. This portfolio includes 1,578 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 448 Public Housing units, serving residents in the Lewiston-Auburn, ME MSA area.
Currently, all waiting lists for housing assistance programs administered by Lewiston Housing Authority are closed to new applicants. This includes the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Mainstream, and Public Housing programs. Recent updates indicate that both the Mainstream and Public Housing waiting lists have transitioned from open to closed status.
For a family of four, the very low income limit for eligibility in this area is $42,700 per year. Prospective applicants should be aware that no application periods are open at this time.
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DRA Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Apr 2, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This is Maine's first Direct Rental Assistance pilot program under the MTW Expansion Program, and selection runs through a lottery-based waiting list.
DRA (Direct Rental Assistance - MTW Pilot) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Apr 2, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Lewiston Housing enrolls 60 new participants annually via a lottery-based waiting list, with applicants needing to meet standard HCV eligibility requirements.
DRA (MTW Pilot) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Apr 2, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Households need to meet standard Housing Choice Voucher eligibility requirements; selection runs through a lottery-based waiting list.
Direct Rental Assistance Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Apr 2, 2026
How to Apply
Online, In-person
Additional Notes
This pilot program provides rental assistance directly to tenants via a restricted debit card, enrolling 60 new participants annually through a lottery-based waiting list. Participants must meet standard Housing Choice Voucher eligibility requirements.
Direct Rental Assistance (DRA) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online, In-person
Additional Notes
The Direct Rental Assistance pilot program is currently accepting applications. Households must meet standard HCV eligibility requirements, and selection is through a lottery-based waiting list. This program provides subsidies directly to tenants and enrolls 60 new participants annually over a five-year pilot.
Direct Rental Assistance (DRA) / MTW Pilot Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Apr 2, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This pilot program provides direct rental assistance to tenants. Selection runs through a lottery-based waiting list, and applicants must meet standard HCV eligibility requirements.
Direct Rental Assistance (DRA) Pilot Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Apr 2, 2026
How to Apply
Online, In-person
Additional Notes
A separate waiting list is maintained for the DRA program. Current Housing Choice Voucher participants may apply for the DRA program, but cannot receive both subsidies simultaneously.
Direct Rental Assistance (DRA) Pilot Program Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Apr 2, 2026
How to Apply
Online, In-person
Additional Notes
First approved plan under HUD's Moving to Work Expansion program. Selection through a lottery-based waiting list, enrolling 60 new participants annually over five years. Households need to meet standard HCV eligibility requirements.
Direct Rental Assistance (MTW) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Apr 2, 2026
How to Apply
Lottery
Additional Notes
This pilot program provides rental assistance where participants receive subsidies on a restricted debit card, with selection through a lottery-based waiting list. Households must meet standard HCV eligibility requirements.
Mainstream Voucher Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Oct 30, 2025
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This program serves non-elderly persons with disabilities who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness or institutionalization. Referrals from the Maine State Continuum of Care (CoC) will be given priority.
Other Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Apr 2, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This Direct Rental Assistance (DRA) pilot program, an MTW Expansion program, serves households meeting standard HCV eligibility requirements, with selection through a lottery-based waiting list. The program launched in April 2026.
Other (Direct Rental Assistance - DRA) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Apr 2, 2026
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This is a pilot program where subsidies are paid directly to tenants on a restricted debit card, calculated as 30% of adjusted income. Households must meet standard HCV eligibility requirements, and selection is through a lottery-based waiting list for 60 new participants each year over a five-year pilot.
Wedgewood (Affordable Housing) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Oct 1, 2024
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
A new community offering 82 units with 30% AMI (project-based subsidy), 50% AMI, and 60% AMI set-asides, as well as market-rate apartments. Housing vouchers are accepted.
other Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This Direct Rental Assistance (DRA) pilot program provides subsidies directly to tenants to manage their own rental payments. Applications are accepted online through the website and in paper form at the Lewiston Housing office.
Other Programs
4 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.
All of our rental housing currently has a waiting list. Wait times can vary between 1 – 5 years depending on unit size and location.
The Lewiston Housing Authority's Section 8/Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is not accepting applications at this time. Lewiston Housing administers over 1200 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Healy Terrace has Project-Based Vouchers and is for seniors.
Blake Street Towers is for seniors or people with disabilities. Meadowview is for seniors and people with disabilities. Wedgewood is affordable housing.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Lewiston Housing Authority 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 Lewiston Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Lewiston Housing Authority currently has 14 open waiting lists (DRA, DRA (Direct Rental Assistance - MTW Pilot), DRA (MTW Pilot), Direct Rental Assistance, Direct Rental Assistance (DRA), Direct Rental Assistance (DRA) / MTW Pilot, Direct Rental Assistance (DRA) Pilot, Direct Rental Assistance (DRA) Pilot Program, Direct Rental Assistance (MTW), Mainstream, Other, Other (Direct Rental Assistance - DRA), Wedgewood (Affordable Housing), other). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Lewiston 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. For a family of four, income must be below $42,700/year to qualify in this area. 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 Lewiston Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Lewiston Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Lewiston Housing Authority manages approximately 2,026 assisted housing units (1,578 Section 8, 448 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Lewiston. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Lewiston Housing Authority
DRA open
The DRA program at Lewiston Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lewiston. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
DRA (Direct Rental Assistance - MTW Pilot) open
The DRA (Direct Rental Assistance - MTW Pilot) program at Lewiston Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lewiston. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
DRA (MTW Pilot) open
The DRA (MTW Pilot) program at Lewiston Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lewiston. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Direct Rental Assistance open
The Direct Rental Assistance program at Lewiston Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lewiston. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Direct Rental Assistance (DRA) open
The Direct Rental Assistance (DRA) program at Lewiston Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lewiston. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Direct Rental Assistance (DRA) / MTW Pilot open
The Direct Rental Assistance (DRA) / MTW Pilot program at Lewiston Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lewiston. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Direct Rental Assistance (DRA) Pilot open
The Direct Rental Assistance (DRA) Pilot program at Lewiston Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lewiston. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Direct Rental Assistance (DRA) Pilot Program open
The Direct Rental Assistance (DRA) Pilot Program program at Lewiston Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lewiston. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Direct Rental Assistance (MTW) open
The Direct Rental Assistance (MTW) program at Lewiston Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lewiston. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher open
Mainstream Vouchers at Lewiston 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.
Other open
The Other program at Lewiston Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lewiston. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (Direct Rental Assistance - DRA) open
The Other (Direct Rental Assistance - DRA) program at Lewiston Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lewiston. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Wedgewood (Affordable Housing) open
The Wedgewood (Affordable Housing) program at Lewiston Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lewiston. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
other open
The other program at Lewiston Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lewiston. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Affordable Rental Housing closed
The Affordable Rental Housing program at Lewiston Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lewiston. 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 Lewiston 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 Lewiston. This program serves approximately 1,578 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Lewiston Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Lewiston. 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 Lewiston Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Lewiston Housing Authority manages approximately 448 Public Housing units in Lewiston. 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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What are the income limits for Lewiston Housing Authority?
Lewiston Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Lewiston Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Lewiston-Auburn, ME MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $42,700. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $17,950 | $29,900 | $47,850 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $34,200 | $54,650 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $38,450 | $61,500 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $42,700 | $68,300 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $46,150 | $73,800 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $49,550 | $79,250 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $52,950 | $84,700 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $56,400 | $90,200 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Lewiston Housing Authority — including across state lines.