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Amesbury Housing Authority has been established in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 121B. Our primary purpose is to provide decent, safe and sanitary housing to families and elderly/disabled of low income. Amesbury Housing Authority is governed by State and Federal laws and regulations. Amesbury Housing Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of State programs such as State Aided Public Housing and HUD programs such as the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program.

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Our Mission

Amesbury Housing Authority’s mission is to provide stable, affordable and quality low income housing. Create an environment which enables residents to live responsibly and with dignity as well as support residents in their efforts to achieve self-sufficiency.

Latest News

  • JAN 26, 2026

    Important Update – Office Closure Due to Snowstorm

    Due to the impending snowstorm forecasted for January 25–26, 2026, the office will be closed. Staff will be working remotely during this period. You may leave messages for staff through the answering service or contact them via email. Maintenance staff will be working to clear the properties. Due to the projected severity of the storm, snow removal may take an extended period of time. We anticipate that all walkways will be addressed by Tuesday, January 27. If you notice areas that require additional attention, please contact the office immediately.

    The office phone number is 978-388-2022.
    Thank you for your patience and understanding. Please stay safe.

  • DEC 18, 2025

    OFFICE CLOSURE

    The Amesbury and Merrimac Housing Authority Office will be closed from Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at 4:15pm through Monday, December 29, 2025 at 8am. All maintenance requests can be called in to 617-591-1016 as usual. Emergencies will be handled in the normal manner. Best wishes to all our residents and friends for a happy holiday season.

  • NOV 24, 2025

    JOB OPENINGS

  • JUNE 05, 2025

    BIDS

  • APR 15, 2025

    Notice of Public Hearing: 2026 Annual Plan

  • MAR 14, 2025

    Multi-Family Waiting List Opening

    We are accepting applications for three (3) bedroom apartments at Macy Terrace, a federally subsidized multi-family development.
  • JUL 01, 2024

    New Office Hours

    Starting July 1, 2024, our office hours are Monday through Thursday 8:00 am to 4:15 pm and Friday from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm.
  • APR 25, 2024

    Notice of Public Hearing: 2025 Annual Plan