The Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is a federally funded housing program that helps eligible very‑low‑income households afford decent, safe, and sanitary housing.
Please note, the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) waitlist is currently closed.
Please register on the HCV website to be notified when any Section 8 program in the state opens its waiting list.
What homes can I rent? Who finds the home?
Voucher participants choose their own housing in the private rental market. Eligible housing may include:
- Apartments
- Townhouses
- Single-family homes
- The family's current residence, if it meets program requirements
The family is responsible for finding the housing unit they wish to rent. The owner must agree to participate in the HCV program, and the rental unit must meet HUD's minimum health, safety, and housing quality standards.
Who funds the program?
Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers are funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
Who administers the program?
In Connecticut, the Housing Choice Voucher program is administered by more than 40 local Public Housing Agencies (PHAs) . The Connecticut Department of Housing (DOH) administers the statewide HCV program through its contractor; J.D’ Amelia & Associates, LLC. (JDA). JDA subcontracts the operation of the DOH HCV program to five local PHAs and one Community Action Agency throughout Connecticut.
Find the local housing office that serves the town you live in.