Affordable Housing Online is monitoring the federal government's response to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak. As of March 13, 2020, Public Housing Agencies across the nation are closing their doors to the public. Most offices are still running and will communicate by phone, email, or mail. Some offices have drop boxes installed outside, so documents can still be hand-delivered. Visit the housing authority's website for the latest on its current operations, if one is available. If there is no information online, contact the housing authority directly. Due to a high volume of calls and modified office hours in most areas, expect a long wait time (days or weeks) for a response. To find your local PHA's contact info, browse by state here.

An extensive list of coronavirus resources for low-income households can be found here.

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Section 8 Waiting Lists in Puerto Rico

As of April 5th 2020, there are 3 Section 8 waiting lists that are open now, opening soon, or always open in Puerto Rico.

Section 8 Waiting Lists Open Until Further Notice

There are 3 Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Waiting Lists in Puerto Rico that are either always open or that have not announced a closing date.

Waiting List	Last Updated On
San Juan, Puerto Rico	May 15th, 2019
Puerto Rico	May 21st, 2019
Puerto Rico Section 8 HCV Waiting List	May 15th, 2019

There are 78 housing authorities in Puerto Rico which offer the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program. For more on the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program visit the Housing Choice Voucher section of our Low Income Housing Renter's Guide.