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About Rockville Centre Housing Authority
The Rockville Centre Housing Authority (PHA Code: NY100) serves Rockville Centre in Nassau County, New York. This authority manages approximately 50 assisted housing units, which operate Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) programs. Both programs currently have closed waiting lists.
All waiting lists for housing assistance programs, including Public Housing and HCV, are currently closed. The HCV waitlist status recently changed from unknown to closed. For reference, the income limit for a Very Low Income family of four in the Nassau-Suffolk, NY HUD Metro FMR Area is $82,450 per year. Interested individuals should monitor official announcements for information on when waiting lists may reopen.
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The Voucher Programs department is accepting pre-applications; family needs are considered for invitations, and declining two invitations will purge an application. Eligibility is based on annual gross income, age or disability status, and US citizenship or eligible immigration.
Other Programs
1 programThese 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 Rockville Centre Housing Authority is not accepting public housing waiting list applications at this time.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Rockville Centre 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 Rockville Centre Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Rockville Centre Housing Authority currently has 1 open waiting list (HCV). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Rockville Centre 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 $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 Rockville Centre 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 at Rockville Centre Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Rockville Centre Housing Authority manages approximately 50 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Rockville Centre. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Rockville Centre Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) open
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Rockville Centre 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 Rockville Centre. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Rockville Centre Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Rockville Centre Housing Authority manages approximately 50 Public Housing units in Rockville Centre. 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 Rockville Centre Housing Authority?
Rockville Centre Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Rockville Centre Housing Authority 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 Rockville Centre Housing Authority — including across state lines.