8 Section 8 Waiting Lists Open Now

There are 8 waiting lists open now, but closing soon, in Vermont, Arizona, Michigan, Texas, New York, Maryland, and Illinois.  3 of the 8 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.

11 Section 8 Waiting Lists Opening Soon

There are waiting lists opening soon in North Carolina, Michigan, Virginia, Ohio, Georgia, Hawaii, Alabama, Connecticut, and Indiana. Choose a waiting list below to learn more about the application process and other affordable housing opportunities.

There are 11 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers Waiting Lists that will open soon. 10 of the 11 waiting lists opening soon have applications available online. Apply using a compatible computer or mobile device from anywhere with Internet access.

7 Waiting Lists Recently Opened Until Further Notice

There are waiting lists in New York, Nevada, Indiana, Washington, Ohio, and Alaska. that are open now until further notice.

5 of the 7 of these waiting lists have applications available online. Apply using a compatible computer or mobile device from anywhere with Internet access.

All Open Waiting Lists By State

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

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