Section 8 Waiting Lists Open Now

There are 12 waiting lists open now, but closing soon, in New Jersey, Florida, California, Illinois, New Mexico, Indiana, and New York.  8 of the 12 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.

Section 8 Waiting Lists Opening Soon

There are waiting lists opening soon in Virginia, Colorado, Ohio, and California. Choose a waiting list below to learn more about the application process and other affordable housing opportunities.

There are 4 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers Waiting Lists that will open soon. 4 of the 4 waiting lists opening soon have applications available online. Apply using a compatible computer or mobile device from anywhere with Internet access.

Waiting Lists Recently Opened Until Further Notice

There are waiting lists in North Carolina, Utah, Pennsylvania, Indiana, New York, Texas, Maryland, Illinois, and Ohio. that are open now until further notice.

11 of the 14 of these waiting lists have applications available online. Apply using a compatible computer or mobile device from anywhere with Internet access.

Section 8 Openings 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

Keep Learning

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