Welcome to the Connecticut Department of Housing (DOH)

Discover DOH programs

Services for seniors, developers, municipalities, homeowners, & those facing housing insecurity

DOH supports Connecticut residents by financing housing construction and infrastructure, supporting housing nonprofits, and assisting residents and municipalities with subsidies.

Check out our Programs and Services page for a comprehensive list of loans, grants, subsidies, assistance, services and contact info. These are available to all constituents including residents, nonprofits and developers.
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Rental assistance programs

Discover rental assistance resources for those in need of rental assistance, facing eviction, or managing other housing emergencies.


Rental Assistance Program (RAP)  

Learn about the State-run program that helps very-low-income families afford decent, safe, and sanitary housing in Connecticut. Find guidelines, eligibility requirements, how to be notified when waiting lists open, and more.

Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program  

Get to know the federal rental assistance program for very-low-income families. Discover voucher types, eligibility requirements, how to be notified when waiting lists open, and more.

Need emergency housing assistance?

Contact 2-1-1 to get the urgent housing support you need

If you, or someone you know, is at risk of having to leave their home and having nowhere to stay, call 2-1-1 and press Option 3 to speak with a 2-1-1 Housing Crisis Specialist. The line is open Monday through Friday, 8:30am-4pm.

2-1-1 serves as the front door into Connecticut's Coordinated Access Networks (CAN). Through CAN, we work with partner organizations to help individuals and families experiencing (or at risk of) homelessness get emergency housing and support services.

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Help for homeowners

Find resources for homeowners and first-time home buyers in Connecticut. Get information about down payment assistance, mortgage programs, mitigations for crumbling foundations, and more.
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Resources for municipalities

Browse programs and services that encourage community and economic development in CT municipalities. Learn about the Community Development Block Grant, FLEX Affordable Housing Program, and more.
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View Connecticut housing data

Check out housing data and reports compiled by the Department of Housing. View housing stock, affordability, and more though the Housing Data Dashboard, CT Opportunity Map, and other data tools and reports.
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Important information and announcements

About the Department of Housing
Get to know DOH. Read our mission statement and commissioner bios, find contact information, and more.

News and reports
Explore latest news and reports from DOH. View recent and past press releases, housing conference materials, and more.

Frequently asked questions
Find quick and easy answers to common questions about Connecticut housing topics.

Get in touch

Contact the CT Department of Housing

Mailing address:
505 Hudson Street
Hartford CT 06106-7106

Phone: 860-270-8262
Fax: 860-706-5741
Email: TK

If you are experiencing a housing crisis, call 211.
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