OPPORTUNITY THROUGH HOUSING
Welcome to the newly redeveloped online home for the Schenectady Municipal Housing Authority. As the oldest Public Housing Authority in the United States, the team at SMHA is proud to provide stability, safety, healthy environments, and affordable housing opportunities to the Electric City and beyond.
We are more than just housing. WELCOME HOME,
Michael A. Jackson
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Public Housing Developments in Schenectady, New York
Public housing was established to provide decent and safe rental housing for eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Public housing comes in all sizes and types, from scattered single family houses to high-rise apartments for elderly families.
Section 8 Housing in New York's Capital Region
The Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program is available to very low income individuals and families. Rents are subsidized according to income rules and regulations established by the U.S. Department of Housing & Development.
Due to the large number of people on our wait list, applications are NOT being accepted at this time. When it is time to reopen the wait list for new applications, announcements will be well published through this website, local newspapers, and notice to local human service agencies.
Become a Section 8 Landlord:
Schenectady landlords are highly encouraged to participate in the program. For more information, please e-mail us.
SMHA Non-Smoking Notice: Effective July 30, 2018, smoking is not permitted in any building or facility of the Schenectady Municipal Housing Authority (SMHA) or on the grounds in areas that are designated as Smoke-Free.