Section 8 Housing Authorities in Morristown, NJ

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The following Public Housing Authorities (PHAs) serve Morristown, NJ and administer Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8), Low-Rent public housing, and other HUD-funded programs. To apply, contact the agency directly and ask whether their waitlist is currently accepting applications.

Section 8 Offices in Morristown, NJ

• Morris County Housing Authority · 📞 (973) 540-0389 · Section 8, Public Housing
  📍 99 Ketch Rd, Morristown, NJ
• Morristown Housing Authority · 📞 (973) 538-6343 · Section 8, Public Housing
  📍 200 South St Ste 4, Morristown, NJ

How to Apply for Section 8 in Morristown, NJ

To apply for a Housing Choice Voucher in Morristown, NJ: (1) Contact one of the PHAs listed above and ask if their waitlist is open. (2) If open, complete the application with proof of identity, income, and household composition for all members. (3) Wait for a waiting list number — times range from months to years depending on the PHA's funding and demand. (4) When your number comes up, attend an eligibility interview and briefing. (5) Receive your voucher and begin your housing search.

You may apply to multiple PHAs simultaneously. Each PHA operates independently with its own waitlist, payment standards, and local preferences. Households with extremely low income (below 30% of Area Median Income), veterans, and those experiencing homelessness typically receive priority.

How many PHAs serve Morristown, NJ?

There are 2 Public Housing Authorities serving Morristown, NJ. You may apply to all of them; each has its own waitlist and selection process.

What income do I need to qualify for Section 8 in Morristown, NJ?

You generally need to earn at or below 50% of the Area Median Income (AMI) for the Morristown area. HUD gives priority to households below 30% AMI. Use our free Section 8 calculator to see the exact income limits and estimated voucher amount for your household.

Can I use my Section 8 voucher in Morristown, NJ if I got it elsewhere?

Yes — under Section 8 portability rules, you can transfer a voucher issued by any PHA to Morristown, NJ. Contact the local PHA above to initiate the portability transfer. You must have lived in your issuing PHA's jurisdiction for at least 12 months, or the original unit was outside the issuing PHA's area.

Data source: HUD Public Housing Authority directory. Contact information is sourced from HUD records and may change; always verify directly with the agency.