Housing Choice Voucher  (HCV) Program

Welcome to the Johnston Housing Authority Section 8 website page! 

What is Section 8?

The Section 8 Program provides assistance for low income families in the private market through the Housing Assistance Payment Program.

How do I apply?

Currently the Section 8 Waiting List is OPEN for new applications. Please use the link below to apply (you must apply online , no applications will be accepted at Johnston Housing office)


If you have questions regarding the Centralized waiting list, need assistance logging in, or require a reasonable accommodation, please email waitlist@rihousing.com or call 401-457-1288.

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For Section 8 Participants that would like to move to Johnston, you can ask your Section 8 Representative to send your information to:

Johnston Housing Authority

8 Forand Circle

Johnston, RI 02919

Attn: Valerie Goris, Section 8 Coordinator

You can also call us at (401) 231-2007. Our fax number is (401) 231-9670 or  email address: valerieg@johnstonhousing.org