Opening Date - The waiting list will open on September 16, 2025, and will remain open until further notice.
How to Apply
• Applications must be submitted online via Rent Café Portal: https://tinyurl.com/NHAPortal
• OR scan the QR Code with your phone camera to open the link:
• The application portal (Rent Café) is available 24/7.
• Only one application per household is allowed. Duplicate applications will be rejected.
Application Process
• Applications will be selected randomly through a lottery, based on available funding.
• Submitted applications remain active for 18 months from the date of submission.
• Applications not selected through the lottery process will expire after 18 months.
• Applicants will be notified electronically via the contact information provided.
• Applicants may log back into Rent Café and reapply at any time or check the status of their application.
Eligibility Requirements:
• Must meet income limits (see table below). This is also on the NHA website
• At least one household member must be a U.S. citizen or have eligible immigration status.
• Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
• Background checks and prior housing history will be reviewed.
NHA Local Preferences
• Head, Spouse, or Co-Head of Household is living and/or working in the City of Newark
• Veterans, that are the Head, Spouse, or Co-Head of household
• Seniors, 62 years or older, that are the Head, Spouse, or Co-Head of household
Main Contact for Inquiries: [HCV office at (973-273-6209), TTY(973-273-6251), or email waitinglist@newarkha.org ]
Feche de Apertura
La lista de espera se abrirá el 16 de septiembre de 2025 y permanecerá abierta hasta nuevo aviso.
Como Aplicar
Proceso de Solicitud
Requisitos de Elegibilidad
Preferencias Locales de NHA
Contacto Principal para Consultas