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Housing Authority of the Township of Lakewood
Lakewood, New Jersey
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About Housing Authority of the Township of Lakewood
Housing Authority of the Township of Lakewood (HUD agency code NJ054) is the public housing agency serving Lakewood, Ocean County, New Jersey. It administers 1,140 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 6 waiting lists at this agency, covering Public Housing, FUP, HCV, Mainstream, PBV, RAD. As of Jul 27, 2026, 1 is open and 5 are closed.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Monmouth-Ocean, NJ HUD Metro FMR Area. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $68,400 per year, and as Low Income at or below $104,200 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 13 status changes at this agency, most recently on Oct 6, 2026. Always confirm current status with the agency directly before applying.
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Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jun 1, 2019
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The waiting list for the RAD Project Based Voucher program (formerly Public Housing), designated for Senior Citizens and Disabled persons, is currently open since at least June 2019 and remains open until further notice. Preferences include residents of Lakewood, families/seniors/disabled individuals before other singles, and income targeting for extremely low-income families. Applications can be downloaded from the LHA homepage, picked up in the office, or requested by mail.
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.
There is no separate waiting list for the Family Unification Program, as slots are filled through referrals from the NJ Department of Children and Families Division of Child Protection and Permanency.
Preferences include residents living or working in Lakewood Township, veterans, victims of domestic violence, and elderly or disabled single applicants. 1,000 applicants were placed on the waiting list by random lottery.
The Mainstream Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is currently closed. Applications were last accepted from July 6, 2021, to July 13, 2021. This program is designed to assist non-elderly persons (age 18-61) with disabilities.
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.
No information found regarding specific preferences or lottery details for the RAD Family Section 8 Project-Based Voucher waiting list.
Status History
Deadline: Jun 2, 2025
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the Township of Lakewood 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 Township of Lakewood
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the Township of Lakewood 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 Township of Lakewood, 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 $68,400/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 Housing Authority of the Township of Lakewood portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Housing Authority of the Township of Lakewood, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the Township of Lakewood manages approximately 1,140 assisted housing units (1,140 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Lakewood. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the Township of Lakewood
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the Township of Lakewood are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
FUP Family Unification Program (FUP) closed
The Family Unification Program (FUP) program at Housing Authority of the Township of Lakewood provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lakewood. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the Township of Lakewood 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 Lakewood. This program serves approximately 1,140 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 Township of Lakewood 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 (PBV) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the Township of Lakewood are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Lakewood. 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 (RAD) closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Housing Authority of the Township of Lakewood converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Lakewood maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Housing Authority of the Township of Lakewood?
Housing Authority of the Township of Lakewood Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the Township of Lakewood are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Monmouth-Ocean, NJ HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $68,400. 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 | $28,750 | $47,900 | $72,950 |
| 2 Persons | $32,850 | $54,750 | $83,400 |
| 3 Persons | $36,950 | $61,600 | $93,800 |
| 4 Persons | $41,050 | $68,400 | $104,200 |
| 5 Persons | $44,350 | $73,900 | $112,550 |
| 6 Persons | $47,650 | $79,350 | $120,900 |
| 7 Persons | $50,950 | $84,850 | $129,250 |
| 8 Persons | $54,200 | $90,300 | $137,550 |
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 Housing Authority of the Township of Lakewood — including across state lines.