Programs & Services

The Allegheny County Housing Authority is proud to be recogized as a "High Performer" by HUD for the fourth year in a row. As a top provider of safe and affordable housing options, the ACHA provides numerous services to our residents to help them achieve the goal of self-sufficiency through safe and affordable housing.

ACHA's housing is available to individuals and families including special provisions for senior and physically challenged citizens. The ACHA manages several thousand housing units in community settings, high rises and scattered sites around the County. Additionally, many privately owned housing units are provided through the Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8).

To begin the application process please contact our Intake Department toll free at 1.888.249.6962

Landlord Resources
NEW Landlord Meetings
Tuesday, January 26th at 2:00pm

HUD-VASH Brochure (PDF)

Owners Guide to Section 8 Housing (PDF)

Allowances for Tenant-Furnished Utilities (PDF)

Lead Hazard Assi$tance
Duquesne & Clairton - ACT NOW

Allegheny County Weatherization Program

Accessibility Resources
ACHA Accessible Units
Updated 504 Book

Section 3 - Business & Economic Initiatives
The ACHA's Section 3 Business and Economic Initiatives program provides training and employment opportunities for low-income public housing and/or Section 8 residents to become economically equipped.

Customer Services

Section 8 Waiting List
THE SECTION 8 PROGRAM WAITING LIST IS CLOSED. NO FURTHER APPLICATIONS ARE BEING ACCEPTED AT THIS TIME.

Low-Income Public Housing Application
Your first step to safe and affordable housing with the ACHA. Whether you're seeking housing options with ACHA's communities or the Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8), begin your application process here.

Housing Choice Voucher Program
View Available Property Listings
Please note ACHA does not guarantee availability; Listings are subject to change without notice.

Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS)
Helping families become economically independent by creating a family plan for the future.
STRIDES TO SUCCESS - April 2010
FSS/CSS Newsletter - March 2005
FSS/CSS Newsletter - June 2005
FSS/CSS Newsletter - April 2006
FSS Homeownership Brochure

Customer Service Charter

Health & Safety Tips
Ways to improve your way of living


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Programs & Services by the Housing Management & Operations Department:

Family Self-Sufficiency Program (FSS)
Experienced Case Managers assist you in developing a 5-year plan to gain greater economic and personal independency. Participationg residents receive help in establishing an escrow account to plan for the future including education and purchasing a new home or car.
Contact Terri Hinkofer at 412.331.0257

Working Works!
Community based programming provided by local organizations in the areas of job training and job search, GED preparation, intro to computers, interviewing techniques, job retention, and life skills training. Also available are Supportive Services Vouchers to help with the cost of work related expenses, transportation, training programs, education, books, lab fees, and other career related costs.
Contact Barbara Baulding at 412.402.2523

Moving 2 Own
Attend homeownership classes in your community provided by a HUD certified Counseling Agency to secure the tools necessary to purchase a HOME! Classes that cover all aspects of the home purchase process are compined with one-on-one counseling for more personalized services. Persons completing the process receive a Certificate to Purchase (must meet mortgage requirements to purchase).
Contact Lisa Meadows at 412.402.2611

Keep the Dream Alive!
Receive a scholarship of up to $3,000 toward college, accredited training, or post secondary institution.
Contact Barbara Baulding at 412.402.2523



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