What you need to know BEFORE you apply:
You must be at least 18 years old to submit a Pre-application for any Housing Program.
Before you begin the Pre-application, make sure you know the names, Social Security numbers and birth dates of all household members
You must complete the entire Pre-application process for the Pre-application to be valid
At the end of the online Pre-application process you will be given a confirmation number to confirm that your Pre-application has been successfully submitted. Be prepared to write this number down.
Public Housing Application Information
While filling out the online Pre-application you will be asked to specify the area for which you are applying. You will be given three (3) options from which to chooseSouthern Dauphin County, Northern Dauphin County or both Southern and Northern.
Southern Dauphin County sites are located in Steelton, Highspire, Middletown, and Swatara Township
Northern Dauphin County sites are located in Lykens, Williamstown, Gratz and Wiconisco.
If you have already submitted a Pre-application for Northern Dauphin County and want to be considered for Southern Dauphin County, you must submit a separate Pre-application.
Applications for Public Housing are being accepted for:
Head of households who are either 50 years or older OR have a disability
Project-Based Housing Application Information
Applications for Project-Based Housing are being accepted for:
Limited number of units available, must qualify for a 2 bedroom to apply.
All other applicants will be denied.