Bypass the Waiting List for Section 8 Housing In Newark, NJ

Receiving a rental assistance program can be life-changing for an individual or family in Newark, NJ, or anywhere in America. Section 8 housing is a program that provides safe, clean living conditions for low-income families and/or individuals. While there's usually a long waitlist for assistance, it's definitely worth applying if you need the help.

That being said, how do you apply for DoNotPay cannot fill out the Section 8 housing application for you, but they can help find out if you're eligible for the program. They'll also help guide you through the next steps if you are eligible for assistance, making the entire process easier on you and/or your family. You don't have to worry about a thing when DoNotPay has your back.

Who Is Eligible for Section 8 Housing in Newark, NJ?

To be eligible for low-income housing in Newark, NJ, there are four basic qualifications you must meet. These qualifications are typically the same for the entire state, as well as most states in the US.

To be eligible for :

You must be a US citizen at the time of your application
Everyone in your household must meet the qualifications for government housing
You cannot have a prior history of evictions
Your income cannot exceed the limitations in place for Newark, NJ.

Income Limits in Newark, NJ

These are the 2022 income guidelines for Section 8 in Newark, NJ.

1 Person	$19,800
2 People	$19,800
3 People	$25,450
4 People	$28,250
5 People	$30,550
6 People	$32,800
7 People	$35,050
8 People	$37,300

In total, your household cannot make more than the numbers listed above. If you make more than this, you will not be eligible for government housing.

How to Apply for Section 8 Housing in Newark, NJ

To apply for low-income housing in Newark, NJ, you must first check their government assistance website, or call your local housing authority, to find out if any waitlists are currently open. You will not be eligible for every waitlist, and spots tend to fill up quickly. If a waitlist you're eligible to apply for is open, send in your application immediately. To apply for rental assistance in Newark, NJ:

First, go to Newark's Housing Authority website.
Check to see if any waitlists are open. If none are open, check back as consistently as possible.
If a waitlist is open, you'll be able to click a link leading you to an application.
Complete the application and submit it.

It may be a while before you hear anything back about your application. This does not mean it's been rejected, but government assistance programs are often filled to the brim with other people who need help too. It can take over a year before you receive a housing voucher.

What Does the Process Look Like After You've Applied?

In general, after your application, there are nine more steps to complete to qualify for rental assistance. You must not violate any rules of the program, such as not keeping your unit clean or having someone living with you who isn't on the application, or you could be evicted and removed from the program.

The next steps:

After your application has been submitted comes the eligibility determination. As long as you've read the eligibility requirements beforehand, you should qualify for rental assistance.
Applicant briefing. You will be interviewed and informed of the rules regarding the housing program.
After the waiting period, you'll be issued a section 8 voucher.
Next, you'll need to look for a rental unit.
The unit will undergo an HQS inspection.
The housing authority will determine if the rent is a reasonable amount.
You will sign a Lease and Housing Assistance Payment Contract.
You will make rent and housing assistance payments every month for a year.
You can apply for annual recertification if you wish to continue living in government housing.

Find Out Your Eligibility for Section 8 Housing With DoNotPay

Don't stress yourself out by scouring the internet or talking to your local housing authority about eligibility when DoNotPay can handle it for you. They'll let you know the verdict and tell you the next steps you need to take in order to apply. Even though DoNotPay can't fill out the application for you, they can at least take care of the first step for you.

If you want to but don't know where to start, DoNotPay has you covered in 2 easy steps:

Answer a few questions about your income, family size, veteran/disability status, which county you hope to live in, etc.
DoNotPay will find the PHA in charge of that county and contact them with all of your eligibility information to determine if you can start applying. They'll get back to you directly via email with the next steps.