Nov. 5, 2009 Success Story - Home Sweet Home

The Arlington Housing Authority is governed by a Board of Commissioners appointed by City Council. It is affiliated with the city through an Inter-Local Cooperative Agreement. The AHA administers the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Section 8 Rental Assistance Program providing rental housing assistance to low-income tenants in privately owned rental units.

Effective November 2, 2009

The Arlington Housing Authority (AHA) will open the Housing Choice Voucher Program Waiting List for families affected by Hurricanes Katrina/Rita only.

The Arlington Housing Authority received 257 additional Housing Choice Vouchers to assist persons affected by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. The AHA will accept applications only from persons displaced by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita starting November 2, 2009.

The AHA Housing Choice Voucher waiting list will temporarily remain closed to other applicants at this time.

To apply, click here: Apply Online
   

	WAITING LIST STATUS CHECK All changes to your application must be made in writing to the housing office within 10 days of the change. This must be done in writing via mail, fax, email or by visiting the office. Failure to comply may result in the cancellation of your application. Please complete the following form to make changes to your application: 1. Open the form by clicking here 2. Complete the form on screen and click the Submit button. 3. Print the form and mail, fax, email or deliver it to: Arlington Housing Authority 501 W. Sanford, Suite 20 Arlington, Texas 76011 Fax: 682-367-1000 Email: waiting@arlingtontx.gov
	View the Housing Choice Voucher Program requirements video
	Ver video de Programa de Vale Para Eleccion de Viviendas EN ESPANOL
	View the Public Comment Version FSS Fair Housing (pdf)
	Public Notice - Waiting List Closure (pdf)
	Landlord & PHA Access Portal NOW AVAILABLE
	Landlord & PHA Access Portal FAQs (pdf)
	Arlington Housing Authority Overview – Lana Wolff’s Town Hall Meeting June 11, 2007 (pdf)
	Affordable Homes For Sale (pdf)

ARLINGTON HOUSING AUTHORITY HIGHLIGHTS
Arlington Housing Authority Executive Director, David Zappasodi is Named a NAHRO Fellow The National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials (NAHRO) awarded David Zappasodi the prestigious honor of being named a NAHRO Fellow for his many years of experience, mastery, and knowledge in the field of housing and community development. View slide show of the award presentation (ppt) Visit the Arlington Housing Authority Website           Weatherization Assistance Program The City of Arlington has been awarded Department of Energy funds through the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs to implement a weatherization program. The program will help income eligible households make improvements to their homes to increase the energy efficiency and lower utility bills. Visit the WAP web page      Neighborhood Stabilization Program - 2 The City of Arlington has applied for Neighborhood Stabilization Program - 2 (NSP2) funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The program is designed to address housing needs in high foreclosure/vacancy risk areas in Arlington. The following links include the NSP2 application submitted to HUD on July 16, 2009 and the public notice of intent to apply. Neighborhood Stabilization Program - 2 application      Neighborhood Stabilization Program The Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP) was established by the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 on July 30, 2008. Neighborhood Stabilization Program information and Target Area maps   Neighborhood Stabilization Program video   El Programa de Estabilización de Vecindarios video
		Seeking Qualified Investment Services The Housing Authority of the City of Arlington (AHA) is seeking qualified professionals to provide investment services. Interested Investment Services professionals should review the AHA Investment Policy, and submit a completed Certification Letter and Broker Questionnaire to Amy Trevino, Financial Manager, 501 W. Sanford Street, Suite 20, Arlington TX 76011. Questions should also be directed to Amy.Trevino@arlingtontx.gov  or 817-276-6754. This request for qualified professional services will remain open until further notice. Investment Policy (pdf) Certification Letter (pdf) Broker Questionnaire (pdf)
		The Neighborhood Matching Grants Program gives your neighborhood organization the opportunity to implement public projects that will be awarded a maximum of $10,000 in City funds to be matched equally by a private source of funds, donated funds, labor and/or in-kind contributions. For more information, please click on the link below. Read the Brochure (pdf)
		Foreclosure Crisis - Help is available! Persons at risk of losing their home through foreclosure may find valuable relief. Review a list of resources compiled by the Arlington Housing Authority. Information is also available for lenders and other organizations to obtain the latest information about proposed legislation, new products and services, and the Economic Stimulus Package. Homeowner Foreclosure Resources Lender/Non-profit organizations Foreclosure Resources
		Arlington is Recognized Nationally for its Online Accessibility to Housing Assistance Programs Read the press release
		Arlington Housing Authority Overview The Arlington Housing Authority is enabling Arlington families to attain a better quality of life. Information was presented at Council member Lana Wolff's Town Hall Meeting on June 11, 2007. View the presentation (pdf) View the Arlington Housing Authority web site