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Section 8

 

To apply for public housing, fill out the public housing application and the Authorization for Release of Information/Privacy Act Notice in their entirety, and mail to:

 

Jersey City Housing Authority

Applicant Selection Office

400 U.S.  Highway

Jersey City, New Jersey 07306

(201) 547-8990

 

This section will help in answering any questions you may have regarding the application selection and assignment process:

Your application will be managed by the Jersey City Housing Authority’s Applicant Selection Department.   To ensure that your application remains updated and active, and that we are able to contact you at the appropriate time, it will be your responsibility to do the following:   

FYou must advise us of any change in address by writing to the APPLICANT SELECTION DEPARTMENT.  If we are unable to contact you by mail, your application will be withdrawn from the waiting list.  

FYou must report any changes in family composition and the type and amount of income your household receives.  This information may have an impact on the position of your application on the waiting list.

 

 

How to Apply

Interviews and Screening Process

Eligibility Criteria

Priorities and Preferences

Income Limits

Waiting Period

Frequently Asked Questions

 

If you are a current or potential public housing resident, it is recommended that you familiarize yourself with some of the policies and procedures developed and adopted by the Jersey City Housing Authority in accordance with applicable Federal laws and the rules and regulations of the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

 

Resident Responsibilities

"Live Here-Lease Here" Policy (includes "One Strike and You're Out")

Good Neighbor Policy

Apartment Inspection Policy

Pet Policy

Good Housekeeping Standards

Apartment Painting Policies

Pest Control Policy

Installation of Satellite Dishes

Operations and Maintenance Plan for Mold and Moisture Control

Fire Safety and Evacuation Plan for High-Rises and Low Rises

Families with Disabilities Accommodation Policy