Gordon Canfield Plaza Senior Residence Apartments

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Title: Senior Public Housing Apartments in Paterson, NJ: Eligibility and Application Process Heading 1: Qualified Applicants Only - The Paterson NJ Senior Public Housing Apartments welcome qualified applicants. - To be considered qualified, applicants must meet specific criteria. Heading 2: Eligibility Criteria 1. Citizenship or Eligibility - The head of the household must be either a citizen or an eligible non-citizen. - At least one member of the household must meet this requirement. 2. Income Limit - Annual income at the time of admission should not exceed the very low income limits established by HUD. - These limits are posted separately in the PHA offices. 3. Income Thresholds - As per the Quality Housing and Work Responsibility Act of 1998, PHAs can admit families with income below the low-income limit (80% of median area income). - However, the PHA must first meet the annual 40% targeted income requirement for extremely low-income families (income below 30% of median area income). 4. Social Security Information - All family members aged 6 or older must provide a valid Social Security number. - Alternatively, applicants may provide written certification stating that they do not possess a Social Security number. 5. Tenant Selection and Suitability Criteria - Applicants must meet or surpass the tenant selection and suitability criteria outlined in the PHA policy. - This includes, but is not limited to, successfully completing the PHA's pre-occupancy class. Heading 3: Equal Opportunity and Fair Treatment - The PHA's policy ensures that all families expressing interest in housing assistance are given equal opportunity to apply. - Every applicant is treated in a fair and consistent manner. For more information about the Low Rent Public Housing Program, please contact 973-345-5080.