Somersworth Housing Authority

This housing agency serves Somersworth, New Hampshire.

Waiting List
Closed: Somersworth, New Hampshire Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Waiting List Learn More
Closed: 1, 2 and 4-Bedroom, Rental Assistance Other Project Based Waiting List Learn More
Open Until Further Notice: 3-Bedroom, Rental Assistance Other Project Based Waiting List Learn More

Closed: Somersworth, New Hampshire Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Waiting List

This waiting list is for Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher rental housing assistance in Somersworth, New Hampshire.

The Somersworth Housing Authority (SHA) last accepted Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list applications from the earliest confirmed open date of July 17, 2024, until July 24, 2024. There is no notice when this waiting list will reopen.

Income Qualification

Income limits could be found on the SHA Income Limits page.

Preferences

There were no preferences.

Selection Process

Selected applicants were placed on the waiting list by date and time the application was received.

Application Method

There were two ways to apply while the waitlist was open:

  1. Complete an application in person at the SHA Central Office.
  2. Print the paper application.

Once the paper application was completed, it was to be either:

  1. Dropped off in person at the SHA office or at the drop box.
  2. Mailed to the SHA office.
  3. Faxed to the SHA.

For more information, visit the SHA website.

Sources: This information was verified by the SHA on July 19, 2024.

Closed: 1, 2 and 4-Bedroom, Rental Assistance Other Project Based Waiting List

This waiting list is for Other Project Based rental housing assistance in Somersworth, New Hampshire.

The Somersworth Housing Authority (SHA) last accepted Rental Assistance waiting list applications for 1, 2 and 4-Bedroom apartments from the earliest confirmed open date of July 17, 2024, until July 24, 2024. There is no notice when this waiting list will reopen.

Income Qualification

Income limits could be found on the SHA Income Limits page.

Preferences

Preferences have not been confirmed.

Selection Process

Selected applicants were placed on the waiting list by date and time the application was received.

Application Method

There were two ways to apply while the waitlist was open:

  1. Complete an application in person at the SHA Central Office.
  2. Print the paper application.

Once the paper application was completed, it was to be either:

  1. Dropped off in person at the SHA office or at the drop box.
  2. Mailed to the SHA office.
  3. Faxed to the SHA.

For more information, visit the SHA website.

Sources: This information was verified by the SHA on July 19, 2024.

Open Until Further Notice: 3-Bedroom, Rental Assistance Other Project Based Waiting List

This waiting list is for Other Project Based rental housing assistance in Somersworth, New Hampshire.

The Somersworth Housing Authority (SHA) is accepting Rental Assistance waiting list applications for 3-Bedroom apartments from the earliest confirmed open date of July 17, 2024, until further notice.

Income Qualification

Income limits can be found on the SHA Income Limits page.

Preferences

Preferences have not yet been confirmed.

Selection Process

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

Application Method

There are two ways to apply while the waitlist is open:

  1. Complete an application in person at the SHA Central Office, located at 25 Bartlett Ave Suite A, Somersworth, N.H. 03878. 
  2. Print the paper application.

Once the paper application is completed, it must be either:

  1. Dropped off in person at the SHA office or at the drop box, located at the address mentioned above.
  2. Mailed to the SHA office, address mentioned above.
  3. Faxed to 603-692-2877.

For more information, visit the SHA website.

Sources: This information was verified by the SHA on July 19, 2024.

About The Agency

Somersworth Housing Authority provides affordable housing for up to 352 low- and moderate-income households through its Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher and public housing programs.

Monday 9:00am-4:00pm
Tuesday 9:00am-4:00pm
Wednesday 9:00am-4:00pm
Thursday 9:00am-4:00pm
Friday 9:00am-4:00pm

25 Bartlett Avenue, Somersworth, NH

Visit Website(603) 692-2864

Section 8 Application Checklist

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How large is the Somersworth Housing Authority?

Somersworth Housing Authority serves 331 low-income households. The agency manages 356 Housing Choice Vouchers and 0 public housing units.

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

Extremely low-income (ELI) renters, earning less than 30% of Area Median Income (AMI), make up 73 percent of households served by Somersworth Housing Authority. Very low-income renters earn less than 50% AMI, and are 97 percent of Somersworth Housing Authority households.

How many Somersworth Housing Authority residents are employed?

Working adults head 76 households and make up 23 percent of households served by Somersworth Housing Authority.

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

There are 241 female-headed renter households living in Somersworth Housing Authority housing. Households headed by females are 73% of those served by the Somersworth Housing Authority.

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

Black 3
Asian-Pacific Islander 3
White 308
Hispanic 13

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

There are 132 households headed by seniors served by the Somersworth Housing Authority. Senior households are 40% of households in Somersworth Housing Authority housing.

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

There are 92 persons with disabilities living in Somersworth Housing Authority housing. Persons with disabilities are the head of 28% of households served by the Somersworth Housing Authority.

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

The Somersworth 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 Somersworth Housing Authority open new waiting lists?

Somersworth Housing Authority’s Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) waiting list was last opened on July 17, 2024 and closed on July 24, 2024.

Public Housing Communities Managed by Somersworth Housing Authority

Robert Filion Terrace

28 Franklin St, Somersworth, New Hampshire 03878

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