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Section 8 Waiting Lists Open December 2025

Brittney Richey
Published December 02, 2025 02:35:am EST

Housing Waiting List Openings - Early December 2025

Introduction

Early December 2025 brings significant affordable housing opportunities across Maryland and Georgia. This update features a historic opening in Prince George County - their first Section 8 HCV waiting list in a decade - alongside multiple Georgia project-based voucher properties, both with urgent closing deadlines this week.

URGENT - Opening Today (First Time in 10 Years)

Prince George County Housing Authority - Prince George County, Maryland

  • Program: Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV)
  • Opening Date: Monday, December 1, 2025 (Today)
  • Closing Date: December 5, 2025
  • Application Window: 5 days only
  • Historic Note: First opening in 10 years
  • Action Required: Apply immediately - rare opportunity
  • More Information: Prince George County Event Notice

This historic opportunity marks the first Section 8 HCV waiting list opening in Prince George County in a decade, closing Thursday with only five days to apply.

URGENT - Closing This Week

Georgia Department of Community Affairs - Statewide, Georgia

  • Program: Section 8 Project-Based Voucher (PBV)
  • Status: Currently Open
  • Closing Date: December 3, 2025 (Tuesday)
  • Application Window: Only 2 days remaining
  • Coverage: Multiple affordable housing properties statewide
  • Action Required: Apply immediately - closes Tuesday
  • More Information: Georgia DCA Public Notice

This statewide opportunity covering multiple project-based voucher properties closes Tuesday, requiring immediate action for Georgia residents seeking affordable housing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Section 8 Waiting List?

Section 8 Waiting lists are lists that are maintained by local Housing Authorities to determine who receives a section 8 housing voucher. Each list is different in the way that it operates. Some housing authorities use a lottery system where recipients are chosen at random and others operate a list on a first-come, first-serve basis. Getting your name on your local housing authorities waiting list is typically the first step toward securing a housing voucher.

How Long Does It Take to Get a Voucher Once Im On the Waiting List?

The time it takes to get a voucher once on a section 8 waiting list depends on a number of factors. Some housing authority’s waitlist is very small and voucher assistance can be provided quickly. In larger communities with long waiting lists the times can take months or longer.

How Do I Check My Status on the Waiting List?

Contact the housing authority that maintains the waiting list you are currently on. This is a critical step as some housing authorities will remove names from their waiting list in an effort to keep their list up to date. Its recommended to continually check your status to ensure that your name remains on the waiting list and you continue to express your need for affordable housing.

What Happens Once My Name is Selected From The Waiting List?

Typically the housing authority will do final checks to ensure that you still meet the eligibility requirements such as income restrictions and also confirm your household size hasnt changed. This helps ensure your receiving the proper amount of assistance. Once final checks and approvals are complete you can begin yoru search for an affordable home that accepts your section 8 voucher.

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