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LevelUp (FSS) Information Session

May 27, 2025 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Virtual Orientation Session
Registrants are required to attend a full LevelUp Info Session to receive credit for attendance. Registrants will not be able to enter the LevelUp Info Session after a 5-minute grace period. If registrants are 5-minutes late or leave prior to session completion, they must register for another

Public Housing (PH)

February 27, 2025

CHA serves a vibrant and sundry public housing community. Find more information about the population here.

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.

Scattered Sites - Regional Offices

November 4, 2024
CHA’s Scattered Site properties consist of nearly 2,800 public housing units scattered individually or in small groups throughout Chicago’s 77 communities and housing populations.

Hire CHA Residents

July 8, 2024

At the Chicago Housing Authority (CHA), we believe in the power of opportunity. By hiring CHA residents, you're not just gaining talented, motivated employees—you're helping to build stronger, more vibrant communities across Chicago.

Living with a Disability? Request Extra Help

July 18, 2024
Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program participants with disabilities, including the head of household and any other qualified individuals residing in the household, may qualify for a reasonable accommodation.

Additional Assistance for People with Disabilities

July 26, 2024
If you or someone in your household has a disability, CHA is here to help. Learn how to request a reasonable accommodation to make your apartment more comfortable and accessible.

Full Eligibility Requirements for the Choose to Own Program

August 30, 2024

Program Requirements

  1. You must have had a CHA voucher or lived in public housing for at least one year.
  2. You need to be following all the rules of your lease and be in good standing.
  3. You must be buying a home for the first time and should not have owned a home in the last 3 years.
  4. You must meet the income, credit, and savings requirements.

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Public Comment

August 16, 2024
The public comment process invites community input on board items, ensuring transparency and accountability in decision-making. By making responses public, we provide visibility into how feedback is considered, promoting a more open and accountable governance process.

Bid Tabulations and Proposal Registers

August 8, 2024
A listing of current and Bid tabulations, Proposal Registers, and Attendance Registers.