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Public Participation Guidelines

August 16, 2024

The guidelines emphasize respectful and relevant contributions, allowing residents and interested parties to engage with CHA on issues within the Board’s purview while maintaining orderly and productive meetings. 

Report Fraud

August 18, 2024

If you suspect fraud, theft, waste, abuse, or misconduct related to the Chicago Housing Authority (CHA), it's important to take action to protect affordable housing. The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) investigates these issues to ensure that public resources are used properly and that everyone involved with CHA operates with integrity.

Contact the OIG

August 18, 2024
Ways you can report allegations of fraud, waste, or abuse.

Governance and Compliance Documents

August 18, 2024

Access key resources that outline the principles, procedures, and ethical standards guiding the Office of the Inspector General (OIG). 

 

Criminal Cases

August 18, 2024

Youth Opportunities

August 19, 2024

Chicago Park District

CHA residents ages 6-12 can join camps all year round with the Chicago Park District at low to no cost. There's no age limit for these programs for CHA residents with disabilities.

Here’s how to get started

Chicago Department of Family & Support Services (DFSS)

CHA youth can join free afterschool programs through DFSS.

Click here to find a program near you

Terms of Use

August 19, 2024

The Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) neither warrants nor makes any representations as to the quality, content, accuracy, or completeness of the information, text, graphics, links and other items contained on this Web Site or any content referenced or provided herein. Such materials have been compiled from a variety of sources, and are subject to change without notice from the Chicago Housing Authority.

Help Center

August 19, 2024

Be aware of fake websites and flyers targeting housing authorities nationwide. Housing authorities never charge a fee to join a waitlist. Do not give any personal information to any website or person that is not reputable.

Do I Qualify for Housing?

August 19, 2024
Completing an application for any open waitlist is the first step to obtaining rental assistance.

Coordinated Entry System Access Points

August 26, 2024

Access Points provide Coordinated Entry Assessments and updates on a walk-in basis. Please contact Access Points in advance to confirm hours. People experiencing housing instability can also call 2-1-1 to be directed to their nearest Coordinated Entry Access Point.