Agenda Information Sheet
DEPARTMENT: Community Development
CM/ ACM: John Cabrales, Jr.
Date: October 18, 2016
SUBJECT
Title
Receive a report and hold a discussion on the review of the housing programs and other activities carried out by the Denton Housing Authority (DHA).
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BACKGROUND
The Denton Housing Authority's mission is to transform into a premier housing authority through honest and effective leadership by providing quality affordable housing and promoting programs that fosters economic independence to enhance the lives of our clients and enrich our communities.
The Denton Housing Authority (DHA) was formed in 1970 to address the housing needs of low-income families in the City of Denton. The Housing Authority is a quasi-governmental agency, in which the Mayor of the City of Denton appoints a five-member Board of Commissioners. The Board oversees the Authority and approves policy. They also hire the Chief Executive Officer, who is responsible for the daily operations of the agency.
DHA currently administers 1526 rental vouchers under the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). This program allows families to rent property in the community and pay approximately 30% of their income towards their rent and utilities.
DHA administers a Section 8 Homeownership Program that allows voucher holders to own instead of renting a home.
There are over 3,000 families currently on our waiting list, and the wait time is now up to 2-3 years or longer. Our waiting list is currently closed.
We currently work with over 500 private landlords and apartment owners throughout Denton County.
DHA owns and operates an affordable senior property with 114 units, and has developed two Low-Income Tax Credit (LIHTC) properties in Denton with a combined 174 units. We are currently in development of 322 additional affordable units using the LIHTC and tax exempt bonds.
DHA has partnered with...
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