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Message From the Executive Director
The Asheville Housing Authority is a valuable resource to the community. We collaborate with local and state agencies as well as educational facilities to provide the necessary resources for our residents to become productive and successful citizens. During this time, when many are facing economic hardships, we hope to serve as a stepping stone to aid those in need, help them overcome adversities and move on to a better life. Our Community Service Policy was developed to build bridges within our community, promote a sense of belonging within the community, and help others cross over from adversity to prosperity. I would also like to take this opportunity to emphasize that safety in our communities remains our number one priority and we will continue to do everything possible to protect our residents. We strictly adhere to the HUD and Asheville Housing Authority's "Zero Tolerance Policy". This policy is actively supported and enforced because of the serious problems caused by the sale and use of illegal drugs and other crimes in our neighborhoods. |
David Nash has been with the Asheville Housing Authority, as Deputy Director, since 2006.
MISSION STATEMENT
" To provide safe, quality, and affordable housing...To expand available resources, and...To collaborate with the community to create opportunities for resident self-sufficiency and economic independence."
PUBLIC HOUSING:
For more than 60 years,the Asheville Housing Authority has been instrumental in promoting the growth and development of some of Asheville's more severely economically impacted areas. The Housing Authority of the City of Asheville became an official entity in 1940 - established by the Asheviile City Council. During World War II, the Housing Authority was disbanded due to lack of federal government funds, but was reactivated in January of 1949. Lee Walker Heights, the Housing Authorities first low-income housing project was proposed in 1950 and dedicated in May 1951.
The 1950's were busy and productive years for the Asheville Housing Authority, with the completion of Pisgah View Apartments in 1952 and the opening of Hillcrest Apartments in 1959. Working with the Redevelopment Commission's urban renewal, additional projects were completed during the 1960's. A day-care training program was established at Hillcrest Apartments in 1965 and the first tenant association was created in 1966 at Pisgah View Apartments. The Housing Authority purchased its first property, which would become Aston Park Towers and the Housing Authority Administration building on South French Broad Avenue. Erskine-Walton opened in 1970, boasting the first elderly-handicapped public housing units in the city, and construction began on Bingham Heights, Deaverview, and Kirkwood Apartments.
The Redevelopment Commission and the Housing Authority merged, becoming one entity focused on the rehabilitation and redevelopment in Asheville. Altamont Apartments,Klondyke homes and Eastview Homes were added to the assets of the Asheville Housing Authority during the early 1970's. The arduous undertaking of the East End-Valley Street Community Improvement Project began, and Bartlett Arms Apartments were opened
During the 80's and 90's, the Housing Authority received a national award for its dollar lot program in the East Riverside Development Area, developed numerous programs for its residents, such as: Pilot Project Self-Sufficiency, Drug Prevention and Control, Victim Assistance, Job Training Internship Program, and Resident Manager and Resident Home Ownership Initiative. The Resident Council Association formed its own non-profit association and the Resident Management Program trained and employed 3 residents of Hillcrest as Public Housing managers. A five million dollar modernization project was begun at Hillcrest Apartments and programs like Youthful H.A.N.D. were created to work with residents to reduce drug-related and violent crimes in their communities.Today, the Asheville Housing Authority consists of 11 Public Housing Developments and individual sites scattered throughout the city of Asheville. Our units provide affordable housing to over 1500 families. Each Development strives to offer a safe and unique environment for its residents by fostering personal and professional development and growth. Click here to learn more about our Public Housing, opportunities in Employment & Training, Public Housing Family Self-Sufficiency, and our Senior Services.
HOUSING CHOICE VOUCHER PROGRAM:
Formerly called the Section 8 Program, the Housing Choice Voucher Program is currently NOT accepting applications. The waiting list is closed until further notice. Please visit us on our web page to find out about our special programs we offer for existing residents and what we can do to help you achieve your goal of obtaining Family Self Sufficiency through the Housing Choice Voucher Program.
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MEETINGS & EVENTS
Board of Commissioners Meetings are held the 2nd Wednesday of each month. Please click HACA 2009 Board Meetings to see a complete schedule of dates times and locations.
The Voice of Affordable Housing - see the monthly newsletter of the Asheville Housing Authority. Have a favorite issue? Archives are available!
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