Emergency Housing Voucher, Limited Waiting List

The Troy Housing Authority (THA) Emergency Housing Voucher waiting list is currently open on a limited basis. Applications for referrals are being accepted from July 1, 2021, until further notice.

• This waiting list is for individuals and families in Tier 1 only.

Please note: According to the THA, "Applicants for these unique vouchers must fall into one of these three eligibility tiers:

• Tier 1 – Recently Homeless – Individuals and families who are Moving On from Permanent Supposrtive Housing
• Tier 2 –  Individuals and families who are Homeless and/or fleeing, or attempting to flee, domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, or human trafficking.
• Tier 3 – At Risk of Homelessness – Individuals and families who are at risk of losing their housing due to financial need."

To apply during the opening period, contact the Coordinated Entry (CE) system of the Rensselaer County Homeless Services Collaborative (RCHSC) for a referral.

Preferences have not yet been confirmed.

It is not known how applicants will be placed on the waiting list.

For more information, visit the THA website.

Sources: This information was verified by the THA public notice on August 13, 2021.

Service Area

This waiting list is for rental assistance in Troy, New York.

Applicants who need help completing the application due to disability can make a reasonable accommodation request to the housing authority via .