Contact NYS Housing Trust Fund Corporation
- Phone(212) 480-7221
- Fax(212) 480-7450
- Email[email protected]
- Address25 Beaver St Fl 2
New York, NY 10004 - CountyNew York County
- ProgramsSection 8 Housing Choice Vouchers only
- HUD codeNY904
Section 8 and public housing at NYS Housing Trust Fund Corporation
NYS Housing Trust Fund Corporation administers Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers: you rent from a private landlord and the agency pays part of the rent directly to the owner. It does not own public housing units.
Income limits for NYS Housing Trust Fund Corporation
HUD sets the income limits for New York County, NY based on the New York, NY HUD Metro FMR Area figures. Section 8 eligibility depends on your total household income and household size.
| Household size | Extremely low (30%) | Very low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $35,650 | $59,400 | $95,000 |
| 2 people | $40,750 | $67,850 | $108,600 |
| 3 people | $45,850 | $76,350 | $122,150 |
| 4 people | $50,900 | $84,800 | $135,700 |
| 5 people | $55,000 | $91,600 | $146,600 |
| 6 people | $59,050 | $98,400 | $157,450 |
Fair Market Rent near New York
Fair Market Rents are HUD's estimate of what a modest rental costs in the New York, NY HUD Metro FMR Area. Housing authorities set their Section 8 payment standard, the most the voucher can cover, usually between 90% and 110% of these figures.
How to apply at NYS Housing Trust Fund Corporation
- Check that you qualify. Compare your household income with the limits above. You also need U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status for at least one household member.
- Find out if the waiting list is open. Call (212) 480-7221 or email [email protected]. Many agencies open their lists only a few days a year and announce it in advance.
- Submit the pre-application. Most agencies take it online or on paper during the open period. Fill it in for Section 8.
- Keep your contact details up to date. When your name comes up, the agency writes to you. If it cannot reach you, you lose your place.
- Bring your documents to the interview. IDs, Social Security numbers, birth certificates and proof of income for everyone in the household. Full checklist.
We cannot tell you whether this agency's waiting list is open today: HUD does not publish that data, and lists change often. Only NYS Housing Trust Fund Corporation can confirm it.
Housing authorities near New York
Applying to more than one agency increases your chances: you can be on several waiting lists at once.
Frequently asked questions
What is the phone number of NYS Housing Trust Fund Corporation?
(212) 480-7221. Fax: (212) 480-7450. Email: [email protected]. These are the contacts the agency reports to HUD.
Where is NYS Housing Trust Fund Corporation located?
25 Beaver St Fl 2, New York, NY 10004, in New York County.
Does NYS Housing Trust Fund Corporation offer Section 8?
Yes. HUD reports 52,215 Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) at this agency, 42,864 of them in use.
What are the income limits for NYS Housing Trust Fund Corporation?
In New York County, NY, the FY2026 Section 8 (very low income) limit is $59,400 for one person and $84,800 for a family of four. Public housing accepts up to $135,700 for a family of four.
Is the NYS Housing Trust Fund Corporation waiting list open?
Waiting lists open and close on dates each agency sets, often for a few days only. Call (212) 480-7221 or check the agency's notices to confirm whether it is taking applications now.
Section 8 guides
Sources: HUD Public Housing Authorities dataset (agency record updated October 6, 2026) · HUD USER income limits FY2026 · HUD USER Fair Market Rents FY2027. This page is not affiliated with NYS Housing Trust Fund Corporation or HUD.