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We Are ONE CHA

WE ARE Housing Chicago, Building Communities, and Inspiring Futures

The Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) provides homes to over 65,000 households, while championing vibrant, healthy communities across the city. As a HUD-designated Moving to Work agency, CHA leverages its flexibility to forge innovative partnerships, expanding choices and opportunities for low-income families and individuals.

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Get Inspired

Where Vision Meets Action

Here's how we’re building brighter futures for Chicago’s communities. From our Mission & Vision to our leadership team and the impactful work of Springboard to Success, explore the driving forces behind our commitment to empower and uplift CHA residents.
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Mission & Vision

Our inspiration and commitment drive the Chicago Housing Authority to build strong communities, ensure access to quality affordable housing, and empower residents to thrive together.
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Executive Leadership

Our Executive Leadership Team guides the Chicago Housing Authority to enrich and improve resident’s lives through affordable housing and supportive services.
S2S

Springboard to Success

At Springboard to Success, we empower CHA youth with tools for academic excellence and economic security, fostering strong communities for lasting independence and success. Together, we can help them thrive.

Building Trust, Ensuring Quality: Governance with Integrity

CHA's Board of Commissioners drives our mission, ensuring quality housing and public trust. The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) safeguards CHA's programs, upholding transparency and accountability.  Together, they bolster CHA residents, partners, and the broader community, creating a stronger Chicago.

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Board of Commissioners

Leading with a commitment to quality housing, strong governance, and public trust, the Board of Commissioners drives our mission to serve and empower Chicago's communities.
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Office of the Inspector General

CHA's Office of the Inspector General upholds integrity by combating fraud and abuse, ensuring transparency and accountability in our mission to deliver quality, affordable housing to Chicago.
Numbers and Such

Transparency in Action: Budget Reports, Demographics, and FOIA Requests

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Budget & Financial Reports

Chicago Housing Authority manages public resources to create vibrant communities. Explore our budget and financial reports for a transparent look at our commitment to providing quality affordable housing across the city.
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Demographics & Operational Statistics

Get a closer look at the Chicago Housing Authority's impact across the city. Our demographics and operational statistics reveal the diverse communities we serve and how we’re making a difference in residents' lives.
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Access Information with FOIA

At CHA, we value transparency. Use the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to request public records and stay informed about our work for residents and the community.
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CHA Board Approved Policies and More

CHA's Board of Commissioners approves policies that govern the agency's actions and ensure that it operates in a consistent and responsible way. View these policies here
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Moving to Work Agreement, Annual Plan and Reports

CHA is a Moving to Work agency, with regulatory and funding flexibility to develop locally driven strategies to encourage resident self-sufficiency; achieve efficiencies and cost savings in programs and operations; and increase housing options for low-income residents. Read MTW Plans and Reports here.

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Impact Report: Creating Strong Communities

In our annual Impact Reports, we outline the ways that CHA is meeting our mission to create and sustain strong communities where seniors thrive and everyone can unlock their economic power.