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About THA

Message from Executive Director, Jelani Garrett
Jelani Garrett

I am pleased to have the honor to serve as Executive Director of the Trenton Housing Authority. THA has been a stalwart institution for more than 80 years in the Capital City of New Jersey. We provide affordable housing to close to 1,700 families. Our organization is focused on becoming a leader of neighborhood revitalization efforts in Trenton. Through Public Private Partnerships we are endeavoring not only to greatly improve the city’s housing stock but also to provide employment, business and homeownership opportunities to the families that we serve. At the root of our service is the belief that quality affordable housing, in safe neighborhoods, with access to opportunity, is a cornerstone to building healthy and vibrant communities.

We welcome you to our official website. We encourage you to use this website to stay abreast of THA projects, programs and initiatives, and opportunities. The website is designed to inform residents, stakeholders and vendors. For current or prospective residents, we are hopeful that the website provides for a more streamlined and professional experience in your transactions with THA and provides information on the various programs available. For stakeholders we are hopeful that it is educational and provides greater insight into what we do. Finally, we are hopeful that vendors utilize it to stay engaged and informed of contracting opportunities.

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Our Communities

The Trenton Housing Authority is comprised of eleven (11) housing developments. These developments have close to 1,700 residences that provide affordable homes to approximately 3,200 people.

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There are Three Ways to Apply

  • Apply online
  • Call 609-278-5041 to request an application by mail.
  • Complete an application at 875 New Willow Street, Trenton, NJ.

For more information or to check application status, please call our dedicated leasing hotline at 609-278-5041.

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Getting Started

To begin the application process, you need:

  • Social Security number of other acceptable proof of citizenship.
  • Names and dates of birth of all family members to live in household

If you need help for any reason including literacy, language, vision or other disabilities, we’re here to walk you through the process! Call us at 609-278-5041.

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The Application Process

Complete your pre-application

During this phase, we confirm your eligibility with a series of background questions so we can place you on the list for one of our communities.

Complete your full application

When you are at the top of the housing list, we work with you to confirm all HUD and THA eligibility factors. All adult family members living in household must complete personal declaration and information release forms. Then you get to meet with THA staff to review, finalize and sign your application. Once you’re approved, we can schedule your move in!

If you need help for any reason including literacy, language, vision or other disabilities, we’re here to walk you through the process! Call us at 609-278-5041.