Williamstown Housing Authority
Williamstown, Massachusetts
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Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jan 6, 2003
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Williamstown Housing Authority participates in the Massachusetts Section 8 Centralized Waiting List. Applicants submit one application to the centralized list for all participating PHAs. Income and citizenship requirements apply.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Applicants for Elderly/Handicapped housing must be 60+ or disabled; Family Housing is also available. Applicants are selected chronologically by application date, with preferences for veterans and local residency/employment.
Other Programs
12 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.
For Special Need Housing (Chapter 689), residents are referred by the Department of Mental Health, and the WHA does not select residents for this program.
Special Need Housing (Chapter 689) provides 8 units for the mentally handicapped. These units are located at 45/47 Adams Road. Residents are referred to the house by the Department of Mental Health; the Williamstown Housing Authority does not select residents for this program.
Applicants must be 60 years of age or handicapped, and meet income eligibility guidelines. Tenants pay 30% of their income for rent, which includes heat, electric, and water & sewer. Eligible and qualified applicants are selected in chronological order by date of application.
Applicants must meet income eligibility guidelines and pay 27% of their income for rent, which includes water & sewer. Tenants pay their own heat and electric. Applicants are selected in chronological order by date of application.
Tenants for the Mass. Rental Voucher Program (MRVP) are selected by the landlord and screened by the Williamstown Housing Authority.
This program consists of 16 project-based state-funded units. Tenants are selected by the landlord (Scarafoni Associates for Spring Meadow apartments) and screened by the WHA. The WHA does not directly maintain a waiting list for this program type.
16 project based state-funded units assigned to Spring Meadow apartments on North Hoosac Road (owned by Scarafoni Associates). Tenants are selected by the landlord and screened by the WHA. Applicants must meet income eligibility guidelines. Tenants pay 35% of their income for rent.
Project-Based Vouchers are tied to specific housing units rather than following the tenant. Landlords or developers partner with the housing authority to reserve units for eligible low-income families. Unlike tenant-based HCV vouchers, PBV assistance stays with the unit if the tenant moves.
Residents for Special Need Housing are referred by the Department of Mental Health, and the Williamstown Housing Authority does not directly select residents for this program.
This program (Chapter 689) provides 8 units for the mentally handicapped. Residents are referred to the house by the Department of Mental Health; the Williamstown Housing Authority does not select residents for this program.
Residents for this state-funded housing for the mentally handicapped are referred by the Department of Mental Health, and the WHA does not select residents.
Program Type: Special Needs Housing (Referral-based). This program offers 8 units for mentally handicapped individuals. Residents are referred by the Department of Mental Health, and the Williamstown Housing Authority does not select residents for this program.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Williamstown Housing Authority 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 Williamstown Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Before applying, verify that the waiting list is currently open. Housing authorities only accept applications during designated open periods, which can last anywhere from a few days to several weeks. The status at the top of this page is updated nightly.
Gather Required Documents
Most PHAs require: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all household 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 Williamstown Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf. If applying online, take a screenshot of your confirmation page for your records.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list, keep your contact information updated with the PHA. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Wait times vary from 6 months to over 5 years depending on demand. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs Offered at Williamstown Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8)
The Housing Choice Voucher program 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 your area. Vouchers are portable, meaning you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Public Housing Public Housing
Public Housing units are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Units range from apartments to townhomes and are maintained by the PHA. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Other
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Williamstown Housing Authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Special Needs Housing
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Williamstown Housing Authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Elderly/Handicapped Housing (Chapter 667)
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Williamstown Housing Authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Family Housing (Chapter 705)
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Williamstown Housing Authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
MRVP
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Williamstown Housing Authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
MRVP (Mass. Rental Voucher Program)
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Williamstown Housing Authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Mass. Rental Voucher Program (MRVP)
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Williamstown Housing Authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher
Project-Based Vouchers are attached to specific apartment complexes or units. 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.
Special Need
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Williamstown Housing Authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Special Need Housing
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Williamstown Housing Authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Special Need Housing (Chapter 689)
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Williamstown Housing Authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
other
This program provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Contact Williamstown Housing Authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
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Williamstown Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Williamstown Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Berkshire County, MA (part) HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $59,800. 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 | $25,150 | $41,850 | $67,000 |
| 2 Persons | $28,750 | $47,800 | $76,550 |
| 3 Persons | $32,350 | $53,850 | $86,100 |
| 4 Persons | $35,900 | $59,800 | $95,650 |
| 5 Persons | $38,800 | $64,600 | $103,350 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $69,400 | $111,000 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $74,150 | $118,650 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $78,950 | $126,300 |
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 Williamstown Housing Authority — including across state lines.