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CHA Receives 75 New Vouchers to Support Young Adults Transitioning out of Foster Care

February 24, 2023

CHICAGO (Feb. 24, 2023) – The Chicago Housing Authority this week received $1.1 million from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for 75 new vouchers that will provide housing assistance to young adults who are transitioning out of foster care and are experiencing or at risk of experiencing homelessness.

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Success Stories

Mother-daughter team graduates from CHA’s LevelUp wealth-building program, looks forward to their goal of homeownership

July 26, 2024

Traceye Butler and her daughter Shannell walked into a Chicago Housing Authority office in 2019 and inquired about becoming homeowners. Five years later, they are not only on the road to accomplishing their goal – but their journey has allowed them to grow closer.

Traceye Butler and her daughter Shannell both graduated last week from LevelUp, a Chicago Housing Authority wealth-building program.
Success Stories

Bradley University’s “Intern of the Year” Has Been Helped Along by CHA/S2S Scholarship

February 2, 2023

De’Jah Donahue has taken advantage of the Chicago Housing Authority’s full range of resources during her time as a high school and college student. She interned in the Resident Services department and worked in the Youth Opportunities division.

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City of Chicago, Chicago Housing Authority, and Related Midwest Break Ground on Next Phase at Roosevelt Square

January 25, 2023
CHICAGO (Feb. 2, 2023) – Today Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot was joined by representatives of the Chicago Housing Authority, the City of Chicago Department of Housing, and Related Midwest for the ceremonial groundbreaking of Roosevelt Square Phase 3B, part of the innovative, master-planned, 160-acre development on Chicago’s Near West Side.
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CHA CEO Tracey Scott’s Opening Statement to the Chicago City Council Committee on Housing and Real Estate

January 24, 2023

Good morning. I am Tracey Scott. I have served as the Chief Executive Officer of the Chicago Housing Authority since May 2020. Before coming to CHA, I served in leadership positions with the Minneapolis Public Housing Authority, Atlanta Housing Authority, and AT&T.

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Manage My Public Housing

July 26, 2024

Welcome to your go-to resource for managing your public housing experience! Here, you'll find essential information about how rent is determined, maintaining your CHA housing, and understanding the process of transferring to another apartment. From accurate income reporting and timely rent payments to ensuring your home is well-maintained and safe, our guidelines are designed to help you navigate every aspect of your housing responsibilities with ease.

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CHA Receives 50 New Vouchers From HUD To Support Residents With Disabilities

January 10, 2023

CHICAGO (Jan. 10, 2023) – The Chicago Housing Authority has received more than $725,000 from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to provide 50 new vouchers for families that include non-elderly persons with disabilities.

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CHA Launches New “Cabrini Now” Planning Initiative To Renew and Accelerate Housing and Economic Development on the Near North Side

April 24, 2024

The Chicago Housing Authority is announcing the launch of “Cabrini Now,” a community-driven planning and design process to accelerate new mixed-income housing and economic development in the Near North neighborhood.

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CHA College Students Get Counsel From Corporate Representatives at Annual Networking Event

January 5, 2023

CHICAGO (Jan. 5, 2023) — Representatives from prominent corporate organizations – including Bank of America, Google and Northwestern Hospital – networked with 70 Chicago Housing Authority college students Wednesday to discuss career opportunities at the Take Flight Networking & Recruitment event at CHA offices.

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Contact My Property Manager

July 26, 2024
If you have questions or need assistance regarding your housing, reaching out to your property manager is the best way to get help. They are your primary contact for maintenance requests, lease inquiries, and any other concerns related to your home.