For the first time in almost five years, Houston residents can apply for housing assistance.
Starting on January 15, Houston residents seeking housing assistance can apply for public housing through the Houston Housing Authority (HHA). The application is open until February 15, according to a report from ABC 13.
The HHA is tasked with providing “decent and safe rental apartments for eligible low-moderate-income individuals, families, the elderly, and those with disabilities.” The agency manages “a range of unit sizes and building types, such as single-story, mid-rise, and senior high-rise apartments.”
The Housing Authority’s website provides information about available housing types and locations, application instructions, and more. The Authority specifies that a timeline for accessing housing is not available, as Houston and surrounding areas are experiencing the same mismatch in demand and supply and affordability crisis plaguing other U.S. regions.
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