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Waterbury Housing Authority

Name: Waterbury Housing Authority
Address: 2 Lakewood Rd, Waterbury, CT, 06704, US
Telephone: 2035962640

2 Lakewood Rd, Waterbury, CT, 06704

Information verified November 7, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 13 hr ago

About This Property

Waterbury Housing Authority operates 3,608 units of public housing in Waterbury, Connecticut. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently open for applications. The housing authority serves residents in New Haven County.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: Online

General eligibility is based on income, family size, and other factors; applicants must provide birth certificates, Social Security cards, declaration of citizenship, proof of income, and photo ID for those 18 years or older. Income limits apply, and declining two invitations to apply will purge the application from the waitlist.

Last verified August 20, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The Section 8 Voucher Wait List is opened periodically on an as needed basis. When the Wait List is re-opened, a public announcement is placed in area newspapers and information posted on this website.

Last verified February 6, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated November 7, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

3608

Fair Market Rent - New Haven County, CT

FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$1,194
1 Bedroom	$1,499
2 Bedroom	$1,762
3 Bedroom	$2,130
4 Bedroom	$2,990

Income Limits - New Haven County, CT

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $21,600
Very Low (50%): $36,050
Low (80%): $55,950

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $24,700
Very Low (50%): $41,200
Low (80%): $63,950

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $27,800
Very Low (50%): $46,350
Low (80%): $71,950

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $30,850
Very Low (50%): $51,450
Low (80%): $79,900

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $33,350
Very Low (50%): $55,600
Low (80%): $86,300

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,800
Very Low (50%): $59,700
Low (80%): $92,700

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $63,800
Low (80%): $99,100

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $67,950
Low (80%): $105,500

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$21,600	$36,050	$55,950
2 Persons	$24,700	$41,200	$63,950
3 Persons	$27,800	$46,350	$71,950
4 Persons	$30,850	$51,450	$79,900
5 Persons	$33,350	$55,600	$86,300
6 Persons	$35,800	$59,700	$92,700
7 Persons	$40,120	$63,800	$99,100
8 Persons	$44,660	$67,950	$105,500

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Waterbury, CT?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for New Haven County, CT is: $1194 (Studio), $1499 (1BR), $1762 (2BR), $2130 (3BR), $2990 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Waterbury Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Waterbury Housing Authority have?+

Waterbury Housing Authority has a total of 3608 housing units.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in New Haven County, CT?+

For a 4-person household in New Haven County, CT, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $30,850, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $51,450, Low Income (80% AMI): $79,900. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Is there a waitlist for Waterbury Housing Authority?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.

How do I apply for housing at Waterbury Housing Authority?+

Waterbury Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 2035962640, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.

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