As of December 10, 2009, NYCHA is no longer accepting new Section 8 applications.
If you completed and submitted a preliminary application before this date, you may be asked to update your preliminary application or submit a completed application.
Failure to respond to a request to update a preliminary application or submit a completed application by the timeframes specified in NYCHA’s written request will result in your application being closed.
Wait List Selection
When Section 8 vouchers become available, NYCHA will select applicants off the waitlist in order of preference and date.
Final Eligibility
NYCHA will verify program eligibility based on:
family composition,
income and asset information, and
a criminal background check (CBC) and sex offender check of all family members 16 years of age or older.
Briefing/Voucher Issuance
NYCHA will provide a briefing packet and a voucher to the applicant, which allows the applicant to begin searching for a unit.
Leasing Up
Applicants will have 120 days from the voucher issuance date to find a unit and complete the rental process.