7 Section 8 Waiting Lists Open Now
There are 7 waiting lists open now, but closing soon, in New Jersey, Indiana, Pennsylvania, California, Maryland, New York, and Iowa. 5 of the 7 waiting lists open now have applications available online. Apply using a compatible computer or mobile device from anywhere with Internet access.
Choose a waiting list below to learn more about the application process and other affordable housing opportunities.
| Waiting List | Status | Online Application? |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Statewide Section 8 Waitist Opens in January | Open until February 3rd, 2023 | Yes |
| Gary, Indiana Section 8 Waitlist Now Open | Open until February 4th, 2023 | Yes |
| Philadelphia Section 8 Waitlist Opens Soon After Long Closure | Open until February 5th, 2023 | Yes |
| Butte and Glenn County, California Section 8 Waitlist Opens Monday | Open until February 13th, 2023 | Yes |
| Multi-County, MD Section 8 Waitlist Opening Through Februrary | Open until February 28th, 2023 | Yes |
| Referral Only New York City, New York | Open until June 8th, 2030 | No |
| Mainstream | Open until Application Limit is reached | No |
5 Section 8 Waiting Lists Opening Soon
There are waiting lists opening soon in Louisiana, Hawaii, Colorado, and Ohio. Choose a waiting list below to learn more about the application process and other affordable housing opportunities.
There are 5 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers Waiting Lists that will open soon. 5 of the 5 waiting lists opening soon have applications available online. Apply using a compatible computer or mobile device from anywhere with Internet access.
| Waiting List | Status | Online Application? |
|---|---|---|
| St. John the Baptist Parish | Opens on February 6th, 2023 | Yes |
| Oahu, Hawaii Section 8 Waitlist Opens in February | Opens on February 6th, 2023 | Yes |
| Two Section 8 Programs Open Soon In Boulder County, CO | Opens on February 8th, 2023 | Yes |
| Boulder County, Colorado | Opens on February 28th, 2023 | Yes |
| Stark County, Ohio | Opens on March 1st, 2023 | Yes |
3 Waiting Lists Recently Opened Until Further Notice
There are waiting lists in North Carolina, Vermont, and Indiana. that are open now until further notice.
3 of the 3 of these waiting lists have applications available online. Apply using a compatible computer or mobile device from anywhere with Internet access.
| Waiting List | Status | Online Application? |
|---|---|---|
| Bladen County, NC Waiting List | Open since November 21st, 2022 | Yes |
| State of Vermont Waiting List | Open since October 1st, 2022 | Yes |
| Multi-County, IN Section 8 HCV Waiting List | Open since August 15th, 2022 | Yes |
All Open Waiting Lists By State
| State | Open / Opening Soon |
|---|---|
| Alabama | 11 |
| Alaska | 10 |
| Arizona | 4 |
| Arkansas | 19 |
| California | 17 |
| Colorado | 7 |
| Connecticut | 1 |
| Florida | 3 |
| Hawaii | 2 |
| Idaho | 2 |
| Illinois | 14 |
| Indiana | 11 |
| Iowa | 17 |
| Kansas | 8 |
| Kentucky | 20 |
| Louisiana | 7 |
| Maine | 1 |
| Maryland | 4 |
| Massachusetts | 3 |
| Michigan | 9 |
| Minnesota | 10 |
| Mississippi | 2 |
| Missouri | 21 |
| Montana | 5 |
| Nebraska | 11 |
| New Hampshire | 11 |
| New Jersey | 3 |
| New Mexico | 5 |
| New York | 23 |
| North Carolina | 7 |
| North Dakota | 22 |
| Ohio | 16 |
| Oklahoma | 15 |
| Oregon | 13 |
| Pennsylvania | 29 |
| Puerto Rico | 3 |
| Rhode Island | 1 |
| South Carolina | 7 |
| South Dakota | 9 |
| Tennessee | 11 |
| Texas | 31 |
| Utah | 8 |
| Vermont | 8 |
| Virgin Islands | 1 |
| Virginia | 5 |
| Washington | 4 |
| West Virginia | 9 |
| Wisconsin | 17 |
| Wyoming | 3 |
Important Terms & Definitions
- Opening Soon: The waiting list has a set open date in the future. Once open, the housing authority will begin accepting applications for the waiting list.
- Open Now: The waiting list is currently open until the set close date in the future. The housing authority will accept applications for the waiting list until it closes.
- Open Until Further Notice: The waiting list is currently open until an unknown date in the future. The housing authority will accept applications for the waiting list until it closes.
- Open Until Application Limit: The waiting list is currently open until a set number of applications have been submitted.
- Public Housing Authority: The federal housing agency that manages the waiting list.
- Waiting List: The list of applicants who meet the basic program eligibility requirements, and have been selected as a potential tenant.
- Application: The form submitted to the housing authority to determine basic program eligibility.
- Preferences: Priority placement is given to applicants who qualify for a specific preference category. The most common preferences are those for the elderly, disabled, or homeless households. preferences
Keep Learning
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- Learn which state and local governments treat Housing Choice Vouchers as a protected source of income
