Section 8 Housing List to Open

Section 8 Housing List to Open

Written By: Talk of the Sound News

NEW ROCHELLE, NY — The City of New Rochelle Section 8 Housing Program will open its waiting list for applications from July 5 through July 7, 2016 until 11:59pm.  The federally subsidized program provides rental assistance to families who are either very low income, elderly (62+), disabled or veterans. Preference is given to New Rochelle residents and veterans in the aforementioned categories. 

Eligible applicants will be placed on a waiting list in the order in which they are received. Applications may be submitted electronically only at the following website beginning July 5 at 9:00 AM:  www.waitlistcheck.com/NY113

Detailed information is available here.

Those without access to a computer or smartphone may consider utilizing a computer at the public library or have an advocate or family member apply online for them. Anyone in need of assistance, including disabled individuals requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to submit an application are advised to contact the Section 8 office prior to July 5th at (914) 654-2179. The Section 8 office is located at 1 Radisson Plaza, Suite 900, New Rochelle, NY 10801.