Applications and Forms

AVAILABILITY Is there a waiting list?

Yes, there is a waiting list and priority is given to residents of Watervliet, then former residents. The length all depends on your family size. The length of time varies so we would encourage you to submit an application as soon as possible. You will then receive a letter that states your name is on our list. Keep this letter, it verifies our receipt of your application. Each year we send out a letter asking if you still want your name on our list. You must respond back within the proper time. Tell us if you change your address or phone number. If you have any more questions or concerns regarding availabilty please email us.


All of our documents are in Adobe Acrobat (PDF) format unless otherwise specified. To view Adobe PDF documents you need to download and install the free Adobe Reader.

You can print out our 8 1/2"x14" application by using Acrobat Reader. This application is for the Michael J. Day, Abram Hilton, Daniel Quinn, Edwin Joslin, or the Hanratta Apartments. You can apply for Section 8 Rental Assistance program or the Van Rensselaer Village complexes.
Fill out the application. Once finished, please sign the areas that require a signature. Then, send the application through the mail to the Watervliet Housing Office at 2400 2nd Avenue Watervliet, NY 12189. WE DO NOT ACCEPT FAXED APPLICATIONS.


Applications

  • Application for Green Island Senior Housing (19.21KB)


  • Application for Multi Family Housing, VanRensselaer Village, and Section 8 (628.24KB)
    Please be sure to fill out this application in its entirety. Pages 11-21 do not need to be submitted with your application.


    • Sample Lease

  • Sample Lease for Van Rensselaer Village (1,028.07KB)


  • Sample Lease for Green Island Senior Housing (1,028.07KB)


  • Sample Lease for Multi-Family Housing (70.60KB)


    • Policies

  • Occupancy & Admission Policy (1,179.38KB)


  • Green Island Senior Housing House Rules (711.50KB)


  • WHA HCV Administrative Plan (1,566.65KB)


  • Pet Policy (167.06KB)


  • Tenant's Rights Handbook (812.67KB)
    For more information visit https://ag.ny.gov/consumer-frauds/housing-issues


  • Bike Shed Policy (71.48KB)


  • Pet Policy & Assistance Animal Policy (1,413.25KB)


    • Government and IRS Forms

  • New York State Voter Registration Form (344.44KB)


  • W-9 IRS Form (129.97KB)


  • Application for Social Security Number (132.72KB)


    • Other

  • Request for Reasonable Accommodation Form (127.17KB)


  • Health Care Proxy From (317.65KB)


  • Direct Deposit Form for Section 8 Landlords (141.92KB)


  • Renter's Insurance Pamphlet (1,173.27KB)


  • Sandra A. Beston Scholarship Application (105.11KB)
    Applications are due by March 22, 2020.


  • Summer Youth Application (155.59KB)