Open Until Further Notice: Chautauqua County, New York Limited Housing Choice Voucher Waiting List
How To Apply to the Waiting List
The Chautauqua Opportunities, Inc (COI) Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is currently open on a limited basis on the third Wednesday and the last Friday of each month, from June 17, 2015, until further notice.
Please note:
- According to the COI, "Families living in Chautauqua County must provide written verification of residency in order to apply."
- The dates to apply in 2021 are as follows:
- Jamestown | Dunkirk
- January 20 | January 29
- February 17 | February 26
- March 17 | March 26
- April 21 | April 30
- May 19 | May 28
- June 16 | June 25
- July 21 | July 30
- August 18 | August 27
- September 15 | September 24
- October 20 | October 29
- November 17 | November 29
- December 15 | January 3, 2022
There are two ways to apply during the opening period:
- On the dates under the "Jamestown" column above, complete an application at the Laughlin Community Action Center, located at 402 Chandler St, Jamestown, NY 14701, from 8:30 am until 12:00 pm; and 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm ET.
- On the dates under the "Dunkirk" column above, complete an application at Connections North, located at 10825 Bennett Rd, Dunkirk, NY 14048, from 8:30 am until 12:00 pm; and 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm.
The following documentation is required when applying: Social Security Number for all household members; Income.
Preferences have not yet been confirmed.
Selected applicants will be placed on the waiting list by date and time the application is received, by order of preferences.
For more information, visit the COI Section 8 Housing page, or the COI website.
Sources: This information was verified by the COI on December 15, 2020.
Reasonable Accommodation
Applicants who need help completing the application due to disability can make a reasonable accommodation request to the housing authority via (716) 366-3333.
Next Steps
Learn more about what happens after the application is submitted.
Last Updated on 06/17/2021.
