Section 8 Waiting Lists in Maryland

As of July 21st, 2023, there are 5 Section 8 waiting lists that are open now, opening soon, or always open in Maryland.

To apply to an open Section 8 waiting list in Maryland, you need to submit a Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) application to the respective housing authority that has an open waiting list. Here are the waiting lists with their respective openings:

• The Housing Opportunities Commission of Montgomery County Section 8 waiting list has been open since July 30th, 2015.
• The Anne Arundel County, Maryland Section 8 waiting list has been open since July 15th, 2019.
• The Washington County, Maryland Section 8 waiting list has been open since April 1st, 2023.
• The Rockville, Maryland Section 8 waiting list has been open since April 3rd, 2023.
• The Anne Arundel County, Maryland Section 8 waiting list has been open since August 15th, 2023.

You can apply to these waiting lists by submitting your Section 8 HCV application to the respective housing authorities on or after their opening dates.

As of November 29th, 2023, none of the Section 8 waiting lists in Maryland have preferences for seniors. Further details about the eligibility and preference criteria for each waiting list can be found on Affordable Housing Online or through the Public Housing Authority.

No, you do not have to live in Maryland to apply to an open waiting list in the state. However, many waiting lists do have preferences for local residents and commuters.