Falmouth Housing Authority

This housing agency serves Falmouth, Massachusetts.

Waiting List
Closed: Falmouth, Massachusetts Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Waiting List Learn More
Closed: Falmouth Housing Authority Senior and Disabled Public Housing Waiting List Learn More
Closed: Falmouth, Massachusetts Mainstream Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Waiting List Learn More
Open Until Further Notice: State Aided Family Housing Other Waiting List Learn More
Open Until Further Notice: Mod Rehab Single Room Occupancy Other Waiting List Learn More
Open Until Further Notice: Falmouth Housing Corporation Project-Based Other Waiting List Learn More
Open Until Further Notice: Cape Cod Apartments Senior Project-Based Other Senior Waiting List Learn More
Open Until Further Notice: Disabled Individual Adult Living Other Disabled Waiting List Learn More

Closed: Falmouth, Massachusetts Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Waiting List

The Falmouth Housing Authority (FHA) Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is currently closed. Applications were last accepted on May 31, 2021. There is no notice of when this waiting list will reopen.

There were two ways to apply during the opening period:

  1. Complete the online application.
  2. Print the application that was available online here.

This waiting list has the following preferences:

  • Mainstream: Household includes a non-elderly person (18-61 years of age) with disabilities and is transitioning out of institutional and/or other segregated settings, at serious risk of institutionalization, homeless, at risk of becoming homeless (for reasons beyond Title 42, Chapter 110, Subchapter I, of the United States Code, ref: pgs. 7-9, NOFA -2017 Mainstream Voucher Program).
  • Involuntarily displaced and is not living in standard permanent housing, or is homeless (per Title 42, Chapter 110, Subchapter I, of the United States Code). Examples of involuntary displacement are: (1) Federally declared natural disaster, (2) Physical/Mental Abuse, (3) Reprisal, (4) Hate crimes, (5) Current unit is inaccessible, or (6) HUD disposition.
  • Living in substandard housing (a homeless family is considered to be living in substandard housing).
  • Paying more than 50% of gross monthly income for rent and utilities for at least 90 days.
  • Live or work in the Town of Falmouth. Work is defined as working for at least 15 hours per week for the past six (6) months.
  • Live or work in the remainder of Barnstable County, Dukes or Nantucket Counties. Work is defined as working for at least 15 hours a week for the past six (6) months.
  • Veteran of the US Armed Forces with an honorable discharge or his or her surviving spouse.
  • Participants in the DIAL Program who are no longer eligible.

It is not known how selected applicants will be placed on the waiting list.

For more information, visit the FHA website.

Sources: This information was verified by the FHA website on April 26, 2021.

Closed: Falmouth Housing Authority Senior and Disabled Public Housing Waiting List

The Falmouth Housing Authority (FHA) Senior/Disabled Public Housing waiting list is currently closed. Applications were last accepted on May 31, 2021. There is no notice of when this waiting list will reopen.

Please note: The FHA does not offer a Family Public Housing program.

For more information, visit the FHA website.

Closed: Falmouth, Massachusetts Mainstream Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Waiting List

The Falmouth Housing Authority (FHA) Mainstream Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is currently closed. Applications were last accepted on May 31, 2021. There is no notice of when this waiting list will reopen.

Please note: According to the FHA, this waiting list is for applicants "between ages of 18-61, disabled, at risk/homelessness."

There were two ways to apply during the opening period:

  1. Complete the online application.
  2. Print the application that was available online here.

This waiting list has the following preferences:

  • Mainstream: Household includes a non-elderly person (18-61 years of age) with disabilities and is transitioning out of institutional and/or other segregated settings, at serious risk of institutionalization, homeless, at risk of becoming homeless (for reasons beyond Title 42, Chapter 110, Subchapter I, of the United States Code, ref: pgs. 7-9, NOFA -2017 Mainstream Voucher Program).
  • Involuntarily displaced and is not living in standard permanent housing, or is homeless (per Title 42, Chapter 110, Subchapter I, of the United States Code). Examples of involuntary displacement are: (1) Federally declared natural disaster, (2) Physical/Mental Abuse, (3) Reprisal, (4) Hate crimes, (5) Current unit is inaccessible, or (6) HUD disposition.
  • Living in substandard housing (a homeless family is considered to be living in substandard housing).
  • Paying more than 50% of gross monthly income for rent and utilities for at least 90 days.
  • Live or work in the Town of Falmouth. Work is defined as working for at least 15 hours per week for the past six (6) months.
  • Live or work in the remainder of Barnstable County, Dukes or Nantucket Counties. Work is defined as working for at least 15 hours a week for the past six (6) months.
  • Veteran of the US Armed Forces with an honorable discharge or his or her surviving spouse.
  • Participants in the DIAL Program who are no longer eligible.

It is not known how selected applicants will be placed on the waiting list.

For more information, visit the FHA website.

Sources: This information was verified by the FHA website on April 26, 2021.

Open Until Further Notice: State Aided Family Housing Other Waiting List

The Falmouth Housing Authority (FHA) State Aided Family Housing (Chapter 705) waiting list for 2, 3, and 4-Bedroom apartments is currently open. Applications are being accepted from August 11, 2015 at 9:00 am ET, until further notice.

There are three ways to apply during the opening period:

  1. Print the application that is available online. Scroll down to the bottom of the page and select the link under the paragraph about the "705 program."
  2. Complete the application at the FHA office, located at 115 Scranton Avenue, Falmouth, Massachusetts, 02540; Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 9:00 am until 4:30 pm; and Wednesdays 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.
  3. Call (508) 548-1977 to request an application by mail.

Preferences have not yet been confirmed.

Selected applicants will be placed on the waiting list by date and time the application is received.

For more information, visit the FHA website.

Open Until Further Notice: Mod Rehab Single Room Occupancy Other Waiting List

The Falmouth Housing Authority Mod Rehab waiting list for Single Room Occupancy apartments at Gerald Flynn House is currently open.

Applications are being accepted for this waiting list from the earliest confirmed date of August, 2020, until further notice.

Please note: According to the FHA, "This housing program provides permanent supportive housing for seven (7) homeless individuals. Applicants must be homeless and at least 18 years of age."

To apply during the opening period, complete the online application.

This waiting list has the following preferences:

  • Examples incl: Physical or Mental Abuse; Law enforcement recommends rehousing; hate crimes victim; Inaccessibility due to impairment; HUD Disposition of multi-family projects; Homeless Title 42 U.S.C.
  • Do you live in substandard housing (no running water, heat, etc.)? A homeless family is considered to be living in substandard housing.
  • Do you pay more than 50% of your gross monthly income for rent and utilities (gas, electric)?
  • Do you currently live or work in the Town of Falmouth? Work is defined as working 15 hrs per wk/more for the past six (6) mo. Live is defined as being a current resident for the most current 6 mo.
  • If you are not a resident of the Town of Falmouth, do you live or work (for the most current 6 months) in counties of Barnstable, Dukes or Nantucket.
  • Are you or your surviving spouse (still married at the time of death) a Veteran of the US Armed Forces with an honorable discharge?
  • Did you receive a DIAL voucher from Barnstable, Falmouth or Bourne housing authorities and you are no longer eligible for the voucher (i.e. your family size has increased)?
  • Non-elderly persons with disabilities transitioning out of institutional and/or other segregated settings, at serious risk of institutionalization, homeless, or at risk of becoming homeless

For more information, visit the FHA website.

Open Until Further Notice: Falmouth Housing Corporation Project-Based Other Waiting List

The Falmouth Housing Authority (FHA) waiting list for Falmouth Housing Corporation Project-Based apartments is currently open.

The FHA is accepting applications as of January, 2022, until further notice.

To apply during the opening period, complete the online application available here.

Preferences have not yet been confirmed.

For more information, visit the FHA website.

Sources: This information was verified by the FHA on January 18, 2022.

Open Until Further Notice: Cape Cod Apartments Senior Project-Based Other Senior Waiting List

The Falmouth Housing Authority (FHA) Senior Project-Based waiting list for apartments at Cape Cod Apartments is currently open. Applications are being accepted from August 7, 2020 at 8:00 am ET, until further notice.

Please note: According to the FHA, "Cape Cod Apartment's units are designated for persons aged 62+ older. The landlord may have additional eligibility requirements beyond those of the Falmouth Housing Authority."

To apply during the opening period, complete the online application available here.

Preferences have not yet been confirmed.

Selected applicants will be placed on the waiting list by date and time the application is received, weighed by order of preferences.

For more information, visit the FHA website.

Sources: This information was verified by the FHA, as of August 14, 2020.

Open Until Further Notice: Disabled Individual Adult Living Other Disabled Waiting List

The Falmouth Housing Authority (FHA) Disabled Individual Adult Living Program (DIAL) waiting list for Studio and 1-Bedroom apartments is currently open. Applications are being accepted since at least August, 2020, until further notice.

Please note: According to the FHA, "For this program, applicants must be 18 years of age or older and disabled."

There are two ways to apply during the opening period:

  1. Complete the online application.
  2. Print the application that is available online. Select the "DIAL -  Paper Application" link.

This waiting list has the following preferences:

  • Examples incl: Physical or Mental Abuse; Law enforcement recommends rehousing; hate crimes victim; Inaccessibility due to impairment; HUD Disposition of multi-family projects; Homeless Title 42 U.S.C.
  • Do you live in substandard housing (no running water, heat, etc.)? A homeless family is considered to be living in substandard housing.
  • Do you pay more than 50% of your gross monthly income for rent and utilities (gas, electric)?
  • Do you currently live or work in the Town of Falmouth? Work is defined as working 15 hrs per wk/more for the past six (6) mo. Live is defined as being a current resident for the most current 6 mo.
  • If you are not a resident of the Town of Falmouth, do you live or work (for the most current 6 months) in counties of Barnstable, Dukes or Nantucket.
  • Are you or your surviving spouse (still married at the time of death) a Veteran of the US Armed Forces with an honorable discharge?
  • Did you receive a DIAL voucher from Barnstable, Falmouth or Bourne housing authorities and you are no longer eligible for the voucher (i.e. your family size has increased)?
  • Non-elderly persons with disabilities transitioning out of institutional and/or other segregated settings, at serious risk of institutionalization, homeless, or at risk of becoming homeless

For more information, visit the FHA website.

About The Agency

Falmouth Housing Authority provides affordable housing for up to 561 low- and moderate-income households through its Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher and public housing programs.

Monday 9:00am-4:30pm
Tuesday 9:00am-4:30pm
Wednesday 9:00am-12:00pm
Thursday 9:00am-4:30pm
Friday 9:00am-4:30pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

115 Scranton Avenue, Falmouth, MA

Visit Website(508) 548-1977

Section 8 Application Checklist

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Keep track of everything you need to apply for a Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher in this printable checklist created by Affordable Housing Online

How large is the Falmouth Housing Authority?

Falmouth Housing Authority serves 534 low-income households. The agency manages 498 Housing Choice Vouchers and 206 public housing units.

What are the incomes of residents served by the Falmouth Housing Authority?

Extremely low-income (ELI) renters, earning less than 30% of Area Median Income (AMI), make up 69 percent of households served by Falmouth Housing Authority. Very low-income renters earn less than 50% AMI, and are 92 percent of Falmouth Housing Authority households.

How many Falmouth Housing Authority residents are employed?

Working adults head 90 households and make up 17 percent of households served by Falmouth Housing Authority.

How many female-headed renter households are served by the Falmouth Housing Authority?

There are 357 female-headed renter households living in Falmouth Housing Authority housing. Households headed by females are 67% of those served by the Falmouth Housing Authority.

What racial and ethnic groups are found among Falmouth Housing Authority renters?

Black 43
Native American 5
Asian-Pacific Islander 5
White 454
Hispanic 21

How many senior-headed renter households are served by Falmouth Housing Authority?

There are 309 households headed by seniors served by the Falmouth Housing Authority. Senior households are 58% of households in Falmouth Housing Authority housing.

How many households headed by persons with disabilities live in Falmouth Housing Authority housing?

There are 240 persons with disabilities living in Falmouth Housing Authority housing. Persons with disabilities are the head of 45% of households served by the Falmouth Housing Authority.

How does HUD rate the performance of the Falmouth Housing Authority?

The Falmouth Housing Authority is rated as a high performer by HUD.

HUD rates the performance of Public Housing Agencies. The department looks at physical condition of properties, financial condition, management operations, and use of Public Housing Capital Funds for improvements.

How often does Falmouth Housing Authority open new waiting lists?

Falmouth Housing Authority’s Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) waiting list was last opened on August 1, 2020 and closed on May 31, 2021.

Public Housing Communities Managed by Falmouth Housing Authority

Little Pond Place

41 Spring Bars Rd, Falmouth, Massachusetts 02540

Rose Morin

58 Rose Morin Ln, Falmouth, Massachusetts 02540

James L Conley Tataket Apartments

138 Teaticket Hwy, Teaticket, Massachusetts 02536