PHA - Public Housing Admissions

In this page you will find how to apply for the PHA programs and the process that follows.

Housing Choice Voucher Program

The Housing Choice Voucher program is a rental subsidy program paid directly to private landlords. It will be your responsibility to find an apartment and/or house owned by private landlords who are willing to participate.

The Housing Choice Voucher Program is currently Closed

The public will be notified through TV, radio, print advertising, and in this web site when it will be reopened.

Public Housing Program

PHA's rental portfolio is separated into two categories; PHA Owned and PAPMC/Tax Credit Properties. PHA owned sites include conventional developments and scattered-site properties. PAPMC properties are privately managed, tax credit-financed sites and each maintains its own waiting list.

The Public Housing Program waitlist is currently Open

Apply for Public Housing Online
Apply by filling an application in any PHA Management office or at 712 N 16th St.
Office hours are Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m.

The public will be notified in this web site when the waitlist will be closed.

Applying for Public Housing

Required Information:

Mailing address of head of household
Phone number of head of household
The following information is required for all household members:
1. Social Security Number
2. Date of Birth
3. Gender
4. Race
5. Ethnicity
6. Gross Monthly Income
Site Selection:
1. Public Housing - your choice of 5 sites where you would like to live or move into the first unit available that meets your needs
2. PAPMC - your choice of sites that meet your income and household size

Ensure that you have the information above
before starting your application.

Create an Application Online: First time users will have to complete the registration for a Personal Identification Number (PIN).
Start Registration Here
Update your existing Application Online: If you have already registered for a PIN you may
review or update your existing application here.

The Waitlist Process

When your name has reached the top of the waiting list, you will be screened for suitability and eligibility. Upon successful completion of the screening process, your application will be placed in a ready pool for housing. Based in unit availability, in your bedroom size, you will be contacted for a unit that meets your need.
During the application process, you may check on the status of your application online or by calling (215) 684-4000. Hearing Impaired: 711 or TTY-800-654-5984.