Public Housing Waiting List
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Waiting List StatusOpen
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Program TypePublic Housing
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Phone Number4016833173.
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Location2368 East Main Road Portsmouth, Newport County, Rhode Island 2871
Eligibility
The Portsmouth Housing Authority (PHA) is currently accepting Public Housing waiting list applications for families and senior/disabled individuals.
The PHA offers one Public Housing community with 40 units for families and senior/disabled individuals.
To apply, call the PHA at 401-683-3173.
The PHA does have a preference point system that may improve your spot on the waiting list: victims of domestic violence, working families, disabled, elderly, veterans and families, or live and/or work in Portsmouth.
More information can be found by visiting the PHA website at https://www.portsmouthri.com/207/Housing-Authority, or by calling 401-683-3173, during normal office hours.
How to apply
- Find and contact the housing authority
- Determine your eligibility and apply
- Receive the rental voucher
- Find affordable apartments
Reasonable Accommodation
Applicants who need help completing the application due to disability can make a reasonable accommodation request to the housing authority via 4016833173.
