Frequently Asked Questions

Does Laconia Housing Authority have emergency housing?

Laconia Housing Authority does not have emergency housing. There are waiting lists for all LHA properties/programs.

Click Resources/Links for agencies that may be able to help you in an emergency situation.

Where can I obtain an application for housing?

Please visit any of the Property pages for an application that you can print and fill out to submit to LHA.

Note: From time to time LHA has to close waiting lists due to the number of applicants on the list.  If an application is received for a waiting list that is closed your application will be returned to you notifying you that the list is closed.  Please view the Waiting Lists page to make sure a Waiting List is open before submitting an application.

How do I find out if the Waiting List is open for a property/program?

Please visit our Waiting Lists page to see which Waiting Lists are currently open/closed.

Are there specific eligibility qualifications for each property?

Household composition:

Blueberry Place – Low-income families (2 & 3 bedroom units)
Orchard Hill II – Low-income families (1 & 2 bedroom units)
Northfield – Elderly (62 or over) or disabled (1 bedroom units)
Sunrise Towers – Elderly (62 or over) or disabled (1 & 2 bedroom, and studio units)
Tavern – Low-income (studio and 1 bedroom units)

Income:  Varies by property/program and County.  Please contact LHA.

Can I call the LHA office to see where I am on the Waiting List?

As your name nears the top of a Waiting List you will be notified in writing, by mail. It is the applicant’s responsibility to make sure that LHA has current address information at all times. If a letter sent to the address on file is returned as undeliverable, your name will be removed from the Waiting List.

What is the Laconia Housing Smoke-Free Policy?

Smoking is not allowed inside or outside the buildings on any LHA property.  Click for our Smoke-Free Policy.   It is the policy of LHA to maintain a 100% smoke-free environment on all LHA owned/managed properties. Promoting a safe & healthy environment for our tenants, employees, volunteers, and visitors is essential. 

I am looking for an apartment. Do you have a list of local landlords?

We have a list of several landlords who have requested to be put on our list:

524-0242       Allen Enterprises               
455-6115       Harry & Priscilla Bean
781-6294       Bruce DeBree
524-4428       Gilbert Apartments
224-9221       Hodges Development Corp (LACLT properties)
524-7185       Integrity Realty
520-3172       KMH Realty Corp.  (528-6222)
228-3311       Keystone Management
524-5741       Landmark Group
524-9071       Lakeshore Estates
524-0348       Don Minor
528-0024       N & T Rentals
934-8158       Ozanam Place
524-8533       Red Nelson Properties
524-4363       Wingate Village

Does LHA meet with people on a walk-in basis or by appointment?

Please call to schedule an appointment if you would like to meet with someone at Laconia Housing Authority.

Are Pets allowed at your properties?

One pet is allowed at some of the properties; a small dog (not to exceed 20 lbs) or a cat allowed at Sunrise Towers, Orchard Hill II and Northfield Village.

NO PETS allowed at Blueberry Place, Tavern/Stafford House or Normandin Square.