1. How it Works
Section 8 helps low- and-moderate-income families rent homes. Generally, families pay no more than 40 percent of their monthly income toward their rent share. NYCHA pays the remaining amount to the owner on the family’s behalf.
- As of May 14, 2007 applications for Section 8/HCV programs are not being accepted; the public will be notified when applications reopen and how to apply
- If you previously submitted a Section 8 application when the waiting list was open, log on to the Self-Service Portal to confirm the receipt of your NYCHA application
- Affordable housing options are also available through NYC Housing Connect and NYC Housing Development Corporation
- Never pay money to apply for Section 8 or public housing
- NYCHA, NYC Housing & Preservation Development, and NYS Home & Community Renewal all operate Section 8 programs in NYC
More ways to get help with this program
Visit the website
Visit the NYCHA website to learn more about each program.
Call 311
Ask for Section 8 assistance.
Call if you have questions
Call NYCHA Section 8 at 718-707-7771.
Visit a NYCHA walk-in center
Bronx: 478 East Fordham Rd, 2nd Flr, Bronx, NY 10458
Brooklyn: 787 Atlantic Ave, 2nd Flr, Brooklyn, NY 11238
2. Determine your eligibility
Eligibility for the Section 8/HCV programs are primarily based on how much your family earns and family size.
3. What you need to include
It’s important to include the right documents when you apply. Your documents show whether the program is right for you.
This page can help you choose the right documents for your application.
Proof of who you are
Proof of where you live
Proof of your income
Proof of citizenship/immigration status
Proof of your resources
4. How to apply
Here are your options.
Apply online
- New Section 8/HCV applications are not being accepted at this time. The public will be notified when applications are being accepted again.
- If you previously submitted a Section 8 application when the waiting list was open, log on to the Self-Service Portal to confirm the receipt of your NYCHA application.