NYC Reopens Section 8 Housing Applications After 15-Year Hiatus
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After being closed for nearly 15 years, New York City's waiting list for Section 8 housing vouchers has reopened, offering a crucial opportunity for families struggling with high rent. The list, which had over 128,000 families in 2009, now has 3,700 households. Despite the reopening, finding apartments that accept vouchers remains challenging due to a severe housing shortage and landlord reluctance.
- Waiting List for Section 8 Housing Vouchers Reopens in NYC After 15 Years The New York Times
- NYCHA opens Section 8 housing applications for eligible families for first time in nearly 15 years WABC-TV
- NYC Gets 150000 Applications in 12 Hours for Affordable Housing Bloomberg
- NYCHA accepting applications for Section 8 housing voucher waitlist: How to apply PIX11 New York News
- NYC's Section 8 application is now open. Here's what to know before you apply. CBS New York
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