Section 8 Waiting Lists in Ohio

Section 8 Waiting Lists Open Now

There are currently 1 Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Waiting Lists that are open now and will be closing soon.

Waiting List Status
Wayne, Holmes, and Ashland County, Ohio Section 8 Waiting List Open until January 31st, 2024 at 12:00am

Section 8 Waiting Lists Open Until Further Notice

There are 16 Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Waiting Lists in Ohio that are either always open or that have not announced a closing date.

Waiting List Last Updated On
Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority September 20th, 2018
Perry County Metropolitan Housing Authority June 27th, 2018
Shelby Metropolitan Housing Authority September 20th, 2018
Morgan Metropolitan Housing Authority June 27th, 2018
Greene Metropolitan Housing Authority July 6th, 2018
Columbus, Ohio June 29th, 2018
Pike County, Ohio June 28th, 2018
Portage County, OH Section 8 HCV Waiting List December 6th, 2021
Miami County, Ohio October 25th, 2019
Scioto and Lawrence County, Ohio November 11th, 2019
Harrison County, Ohio November 19th, 2019
Jefferson County, Ohio November 20th, 2019
Shared Housing December 8th, 2020
Cuyahoga County, OH Section 8 HCV Waiting List September 7th, 2023
Tuscarawas County, Ohio May 11th, 2023
Clermont County, Ohio Section 8 Waitlist Opens Soon September 10th, 2023

Ohio Section 8 FAQs

Are any Section 8 waiting lists are open in Ohio?

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

How do I apply to an open Section 8 waiting list in Ohio?

To apply to an open Section 8 waiting list in Ohio, 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:

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.

Are any Section 8 waiting lists in Ohio for seniors?

Yes, as of December 4th, 2023, 4 of the Section 8 waiting lists in Ohio have preferences for seniors.

  • The Perry County Metropolitan Housing Authority Section 8 waiting list is open until further notice from the housing authority.
  • The Greene Metropolitan Housing Authority Section 8 waiting list has been open since October 1st, 2013.
  • The Jefferson County, Ohio Section 8 waiting list has been open since November 1st, 2019.
  • The Clermont County, Ohio Section 8 waiting list has been open since March 13th, 2023.
  • Do I have to live in Ohio to apply?

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

    Closed Section 8 Waiting Lists

    The following waiting lists have been confirmed to be closed in the last two years.

    Waiting List Closed Date
    Lake County, Ohio Section 8 Waiting List Closed on November 20th, 2023
    Limited Hancock, Hardin, Putnam, and Wyandot County, Ohio Closed on November 15th, 2023
    Sandusky County, OH Section 8 HCV Waiting List Closed on October 31st, 2023
    Pickaway County, Ohio Waiting List Closed on August 24th, 2023
    Allen, Auglaize, Mercer, Putnam, and Van Wert County, Ohio Closed on June 12th, 2023
    Allen, Auglaize, Mercer, Putnam, and Van Wert County, Ohio Waiting Lists Closed on May 12th, 2023
    Lorain County, Ohio Waiting List Closed on April 11th, 2023
    Stark County, Ohio Section 8 Waitlist Opens In March Closed on March 15th, 2023
    Muskingum County, Ohio Closed on March 1st, 2023
    Cincinnati and Hamilton County, Ohio Section 8 Waitlist Opens Soon Closed on January 12th, 2023
    Mansfield, Ohio Closed on January 1st, 2023
    Springfield, Clark and Champaign County, OH Waiting List Closed on November 22nd, 2022
    Medina County, OH Waiting List Closed on October 21st, 2022
    Erie County, OH Waiting List Closed on October 7th, 2022