Section 8 Waiting Lists in Virginia

As of July 21st, 2023, there are 5 Section 8 waiting lists that are open now, opening soon, or always open in Virginia.

To apply to an open Section 8 waiting list in Virginia, you need to submit a Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) application to the respective housing authority that has an open waiting list. Here are the waiting lists with their respective openings:

• The Marion Redevelopment & Housing Authority Section 8 waiting list is open until further notice from the housing authority.
• The Scott County Redev. & Housing Authority Section 8 waiting list is open until further notice from the housing authority.
• The Bristol, Virginia Section 8 waiting list has been open since July 2nd, 2014.
• The Wise County, Virginia Section 8 waiting list has been open since October 9th, 2014.
• The City of Harrisonburg and Rockingham County, Virginia Section 8 waiting list has been open since March 1st, 2022.

You can apply to these waiting lists by submitting your Section 8 HCV application to the respective housing authorities on or after their opening dates.

Yes, as of June 28th, 2024, 2 of the Section 8 waiting lists in Virginia have preferences for seniors.

The Wise County, Virginia Section 8 waiting list has been open since October 9th, 2014.

The City of Harrisonburg and Rockingham County, Virginia Section 8 waiting list has been open since March 1st, 2022.

No, you do not have to live in Virginia to apply to an open waiting list in the state. However, many waiting lists do have preferences for local residents and commuters.