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Section 8 Waitlist Openings for November 2023

Brittney Richey
Published November 09, 2023 12:15:pm EST

The following Section 8 Waiting Lists are open in November 2023. HUD Housing Network keeps this list regularly updated because timing is critical when applying for a section 8 waiting list. Be sure to check back often as this information is subject to change without notice. November can often be a slow month for open waiting lists but we've worked hard to bring you a comprehensive list of available programs.

 

Grapevine Housing Authority - Texas Public Housing Waitlist

About The Grapevine Housing Authority:

The Grapevine Housing Authority serves the Grapevine, Texas area and works to provide affordable housing for low income residents in the community. They issue housing vouchers, own and operate a number of public housing buildings, and work with public and private partners to expand their available housing options for the citizens of Grapevine.

Waiting List Status:

The Grapevine Housing Authority will open their Public Housing waiting list from November 1, until November 2, 2023, or until 600 applications are received.

 

Lycoming County Housing Authority - Lycoming County, Pennsylvania Section 8 Waitlist

About the Lycoming County Housing Authority:

The Lycoming Housing Authority serves the residents of Lycoming County by remaining committed to providing affordable housing solutions. Through their many partnerships in the community they are able to provide persons interested in affordable housing with the highest level of support helping to ensure that they build stronger communities by ensuring their applicants are able to realize their housing and financial goals. 

Waiting List Status:

The Section 8 Waiting List for the Lycoming County Housing Authority will be open from November 1 to November 17, 2023, or until 800 applications are received.

 

Wayne Metro Housing Authority - Ohio Section 8 Waitlist

About the Wayne Metropolitan Housing Authority:

The Wayne Metropolitan Housing Authority was established to help familes in Ashland, Wayne, and Holmes counties secure affordable housing. They work with a number of other organizations in the area to provide various types of assistance to low income residents in the area. 

Waiting List Status:

The Wayne Metropolitan Housing Authority's Section 8 Waiting List will open on November 1, 2023, and will remain open until January 31, 2024.

 

Camden Housing Authority - New Jersey Public Housing Waitlist

About the Camden Housing Authority:

The Camden Housing Authority was established in 1938 and has been serving the residents of Camden since that time. Currently, they serve over 7000 residents each year. The provide housing support for seniors, disabled persons, and families in need of supportive housing through a network of single family residences, high-rise apartment buildings, and other managed properties. 

Waiting List Status:

The Camden Housing Authority's Public Housing waiting list for the new Ablett Village Apartment Community  is open until October 31, 2023. Pre-applications can be downloaded from the Housing Authority's home page.

 

Redding Housing Authority - California Section 8 Waitlist

About the Redding Housing Authority:

The Redding Housing Authority serves residents of Redding California and surrounding areas by providing housing vouchers, operating public housing buildings, and partnering with other organizations in the community to help ensure that low-income residents in the community are able to secure affordable housing. 

Waiting List Status:

As of November 6, 2023, the City of Redding Housing Authority is accepting applications for their Section 8 waiting list until further notice.

 

Hamilton Township Housing Authority - New Jersey Section 8 Waitlist

About the Hamilton Township Housing Authority:

The Hamilton Township Housing Authority serves low income residents of Hamilton Township New Jersey by utilizing Community Development Block Grants to create affordable housing solutions in the area resulting in a more resilient community. 

Waiting List Status:

The Hamilton Township Housing Authority is currently accepting Section 8 waiting list applications. Applications can be submitted online.

 

Opportunity Home  - San Antonio, Texas Section 8 Waitlist

About Opportunity Home:

Opportunity Home was previous the San Antonio Housing Authority. Their mission is to provide low income residents of San Antonio with affordable housing by building sustainable communities. Their goal is to ensure that they provide the highest level of living to the highest number of individuals and families in the San Antonio area.

Waiting List Status:

Opportunity Home San Antonio's Section 8 waiting list is open until November 15, 2023. Applications can be made on their official website.

 

EDEN Mainstream HCV Program

About Eden Housing:

The Emerald Economic Development Network's mission is to reduce housing insecurity by providing support and services for persons facing homeless or a housing affordability crisis. Operating on the belief that housing is a basic human right they provide housing vouchers and other supportive resources to help ensure that residents of Cuyahoga County are able to secure affordable housing.

Waiting List Status:

Starting November 13, 2023, EDEN will open its waitlist for the Mainstream Housing Choice Voucher Program until November 15.

 

Lake Metro Housing Authority - Section 8 Waitlist

About the Lake Metroplitan Housing Authority:

The Lake Metropolitan Housing Authority service Lake County Michigan. They currently provide housing assistance for more than 1700 families through the use of both the Housing Choice Voucher Program and Multi-Family programs. They provide a high level of support, offer transparency to the community, and stay focused on their mission of providing affordable housing to low income residents in the Lake County area.

Waiting List Status:

The Lake Metropolitan Housing Authority will accept applications from November 14 to November 20, 2023.

 

Housing Authority of the city of Charleston, South Carolina Public Housing Waitlist

About the Charleston Housing Authority:

The goal of the Charleston Housing Authority is to provide affordable housing to the residents of Charleston, South Carolina.  They currently manage almost 1500 public housing communities and administer housing vouchers to over 1600 individuals and families. They provide property managment, maintencance, and more for the properties they serve, and manage and associated Housing Fnance Agency all with the goal to improve the living conditions for the members of the community that they serve. 

Waiting List Status:

The Charleston Housing Authority currently has openings for their various network of public housing buildings through November 2023. 

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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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