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Town of Babylon
Babylon, New York
Last Updated
8 hours ago
About Town of Babylon
The Town of Babylon Public Housing Agency (PHA Code: NY130) is situated in Babylon, Suffolk County, New York. This authority is responsible for managing approximately 894 assisted housing units, primarily delivered through Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Currently, the Town of Babylon has waitlists open for various Tenant-Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) programs, which include specific assistance for rental arrears and the HOME ARP initiative. Other general tenant-based assistance programs are also open to applicants. To be eligible, applicants must meet specific income criteria. For instance, a family of four must not exceed the Very Low Income limit of $82,450 per year in the Nassau-Suffolk, NY HUD Metro FMR Area. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is currently closed to new applicants.
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HOME ARP TBRA Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Dec 18, 2023
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This program aids extremely-low income households in rental arrears on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are exhausted. Only one application is allowed per household, submitted online via the Long Island Housing Partnership Babylon portal.
Other Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Dec 18, 2023
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This first-come, first-served program assists extremely low-income households in the Town of Babylon who are in rental arrears and at-risk of homelessness; only one application allowed per household.
Other (Tenant-Based Rental Assistance) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Dec 18, 2023
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This program aids extremely-low income households in rental arrears on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are exhausted. Applicants must reside in the Town of Babylon, have a valid lease, and household income at or under 30% of the Area Median Income. Only one application per household is allowed.
Rental Arrears Assistance Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Dec 18, 2023
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applicants must reside in the Town of Babylon, have household income at or under 30% of the Area Median Income (AMI), and be in rental arrears and at-risk of homelessness. Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are exhausted.
TBRA Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Dec 18, 2023
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The Town of Babylon HOME ARP TBRA Program is a Tenant Based Rental Assistance program aiding extremely low-income households in rental arrears to prevent homelessness. Applications are accepted online on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are exhausted, with income at or under 30% of the Area Median Income. Only one application is allowed per household, and applicants must be US citizens or Qualified Aliens.
TBRA (Tenant Based Rental Arrears Assistance) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Dec 18, 2023
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Program aids extremely-low income households in rental arrears to prevent homelessness; it is first-come, first-served until funds are exhausted. Applicants must reside in the Town of Babylon, have a valid lease, be in rental arrears, be at risk of homelessness, and have a household income at or under 30% of the Area Median Income. Only one application is allowed per household.
Tenant Based Rental Arrears Assistance Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Dec 18, 2023
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This program is for extremely low-income households in rental arrears, at risk of homelessness, residing in the Town of Babylon, with household income at or under 30% AMI. Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are exhausted, and only one application is allowed per household.
Tenant Based Rental Assistance Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Dec 18, 2023
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This Town of Babylon HOME ARP TBRA program is for extremely-low income households in rental arrears residing in the Town of Babylon who are at-risk of homelessness, with applications accepted online on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are exhausted.
Tenant Based Rental Assistance (HOME ARP TBRA) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Dec 18, 2023
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This program, administered by the Long Island Housing Partnership (LIHP), is for extremely low-income households in rental arrears to help prevent homelessness. Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are exhausted. Household income must be at or under 30% of the...
Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Dec 18, 2023
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applications are accepted online on a first-come, first-served basis for extremely-low income households in the Town of Babylon who are in rental arrears and at risk of homelessness.
Tenant-Based Rental Assistance Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Dec 18, 2023
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This program is for Town of Babylon residents in rental arrears, assisting extremely-low income households on a first-come, first-served basis, with income limits at or below 30% of the Area Median Income.
Tenant-Based Rental Assistance Program (TBRA) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Dec 18, 2023
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This program aids extremely-low income Town of Babylon resident households in rental arrears to achieve housing stability. Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are exhausted; applicants must be Town of Babylon residents with household income at or below 30% of the Area Median Income.
other Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Dec 18, 2023
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This is a Tenant Based Rental Arrears Assistance Program for extremely-low income households in rental arrears within the Town of Babylon, accepting applications on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are exhausted. Only one application per household is allowed.
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.
The waiting list was last open for applications in August 2015 and closed on or before September 4, 2015. Applicants are selected on a first-come, first-served basis from the existing list once funds become available.
This program provides Housing Choice Vouchers to eligible disabled individuals/families regardless of their type of disability.
The waiting list is currently closed. Family needs are considered for invitations to apply, and declining two invitations will purge the application from the waitlist.
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.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Town of Babylon 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 Town of Babylon
Check Current Status
Town of Babylon currently has 13 open waiting lists (HOME ARP TBRA, Other, Other (Tenant-Based Rental Assistance), Rental Arrears Assistance, TBRA, TBRA (Tenant Based Rental Arrears Assistance), Tenant Based Rental Arrears Assistance, Tenant Based Rental Assistance, Tenant Based Rental Assistance (HOME ARP TBRA), Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA), Tenant-Based Rental Assistance, Tenant-Based Rental Assistance Program (TBRA), other). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Town of Babylon, 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 $82,450/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 Town of Babylon portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Town of Babylon, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Town of Babylon manages approximately 894 assisted housing units (894 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Babylon. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Town of Babylon
HOME ARP TBRA open
The HOME ARP TBRA program at Town of Babylon provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Babylon. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other open
The Other program at Town of Babylon provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Babylon. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (Tenant-Based Rental Assistance) open
The Other (Tenant-Based Rental Assistance) program at Town of Babylon provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Babylon. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Rental Arrears Assistance open
The Rental Arrears Assistance program at Town of Babylon provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Babylon. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
TBRA open
The TBRA program at Town of Babylon provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Babylon. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
TBRA (Tenant Based Rental Arrears Assistance) open
The TBRA (Tenant Based Rental Arrears Assistance) program at Town of Babylon provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Babylon. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Tenant Based Rental Arrears Assistance open
The Tenant Based Rental Arrears Assistance program at Town of Babylon provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Babylon. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Tenant Based Rental Assistance open
The Tenant Based Rental Assistance program at Town of Babylon provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Babylon. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Tenant Based Rental Assistance (HOME ARP TBRA) open
The Tenant Based Rental Assistance (HOME ARP TBRA) program at Town of Babylon provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Babylon. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) open
The Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) program at Town of Babylon provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Babylon. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Tenant-Based Rental Assistance open
The Tenant-Based Rental Assistance program at Town of Babylon provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Babylon. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Tenant-Based Rental Assistance Program (TBRA) open
The Tenant-Based Rental Assistance Program (TBRA) program at Town of Babylon provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Babylon. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
other open
The other program at Town of Babylon provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Babylon. 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 Town of Babylon 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 Babylon. This program serves approximately 894 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 Town of Babylon 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.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Town of Babylon 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.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Town of Babylon are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Babylon. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Town of Babylon?
Town of Babylon Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Town of Babylon are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Nassau-Suffolk, NY HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $82,450. 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 | $34,650 | $57,750 | $84,400 |
| 2 Persons | $39,600 | $66,000 | $96,450 |
| 3 Persons | $44,550 | $74,250 | $108,500 |
| 4 Persons | $49,450 | $82,450 | $120,550 |
| 5 Persons | $53,450 | $89,050 | $130,200 |
| 6 Persons | $57,400 | $95,650 | $139,850 |
| 7 Persons | $61,350 | $102,250 | $149,500 |
| 8 Persons | $65,300 | $108,850 | $159,150 |
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 Town of Babylon — including across state lines.