For the first time since 2006, the New York State Homes & Community Renewal is opening its Section 8 waitlist for NYC residents on Monday, May 17th until May 28th only. All applications must be submitted online or over the phone at 833-990-4001 starting on May 17.
Priority will be given to: homeless households,
individuals or families fleeing domestic violence,
elderly households,
and/or households with disabled or dependent children.
Details about eligibility, how to apply, and answers to FAQs are on HCR’s website. To get there, click on the button below: