SPECIAL BOARD MEETING RECORDING AVAILABLE FROM AUGUST 31st, 2026

September 8, 2026

The recording of the Special Board Meeting that was held on August 31st, 2026 at 5:30PM is available here in two parts (Pre-Executive Session and Post Executive Session): Watch the full recording of the Housing Authority of the City of Charleston’s Special Board Meeting held on Monday, August 31, 2026. We regret that due to

Upcoming Special Board Meeting – Monday, August 31, 2026, at 5:30 PM

August 26, 2026

Upcoming Special Board Meeting The Housing Authority of the City of Charleston (CHA) will hold its upcoming Special Board Meeting on Monday, August 31, 2026, at 5:30 PM. Location: 550 Meeting Street Charleston, SC 29403 Residents, community members, and interested parties are encouraged to stay informed and engaged with CHA as we continue working to

Public Housing (LIPH) Wait List Opening

August 20, 2026

The Housing Authority of the City of Charleston is announcing an opportunity to submit ONLINE preliminary applications for Low Income Public Housing (LIPH). Available units include four (4) and five (5) bedroom units. The application window will open on Thursday, September 24, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM. To apply, visit www.chacity.org or http://housing.chacity.org and fill out the online application

Esau Jenkins Village Waitlist 62 years & older 2 – Bedrooms

August 18, 2026

Wait List Opening for Esau Jenkins Village  Due to technical difficulties on July 16, 2026, the Housing Authority of the City of Charleston is announcing an opportunity for individuals aged 62 and older to submit preliminary applications for Esau Jenkins Village ONLINE. Available units include two (2) bedroom units. The application window will open on Tuesday, September 22,

CHA Celebrates the Opening of 573 Meeting Street, Expanding Affordable Housing and Supportive Services

July 1, 2026

      The Housing Authority of the City of Charleston (CHA) is proud to celebrate the opening of 573 Meeting Street, a transformative $44 million development envisioned in 2017 through a partnership with One80 Place, The Michaels Organization and Spandrel Development. CHA provided the 70 project-based vouchers for 573 Meeting Street, allowing the new

2026 PHA Annual Plan and the Capital Fund Program 5-Year Action Plan – NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

May 20, 2026

Notice of Public Hearing Housing Authority of the City of Charleston (CHA) will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, to give members of the Charleston community the opportunity to share comments and concerns regarding the 2026 PHA Annual Plan and the Capital Fund Program 5-Year Action Plan. The hearing will take place

Cap Fund Public Meeting Notice

April 16, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF CHARLESTON PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Housing Authority of the City of Charleston (CHA) will hold a public hearing to receive comments from the public regarding the 2026 PHA Annual Plan and the Capital Fund Program 5-Year Action Plan.   The hearing will take place on May 20,

2026 Board Meeting Schedule

October 29, 2025

2026 Board Meeting Schedule ***Dates are Subject to Change***

Board Meeting Materials

September 4, 2025

Below you will find the monthly Board Meeting Minutes and Full Board Report Packet, providing transparency and updates on the discussions and decisions made by our Board. Full BOARD PACKET with Amended Agenda – August 31, 2026 August Meeting Minutes Special Board Meeting - August 18, 2026 July Meeting Minutes - July 27, 2026 July

Meeting Street Manor Joint Notice of Finding of No Significant Impact and Intent to Request the Release of Funds

June 17, 2025

Meeting Street Manor Joint Notice of Finding of No Significant Impact and Intent to Request the Release of Funds

CHA Residents – Great News! You Can Now Pay Rent in Cash!

March 24, 2025

You can now pay your rent in cash at participating retailers, including 7-Eleven, CVS, Walmart, Walgreens, Family Dollar, Kroger, Casey’s General Store, and ACE Cash Express using PayNearMe. With over 60,000 retail locations nationwide, paying rent has never been easier! Contact your property manager or log into RentCafe to get your mobile barcode or printed

Wait List Applicants – New Applicant Portal

December 12, 2024

The Housing Authority of the City of Charleston is upgrading to a new Waiting List portal.  To be eligible to apply for any upcoming waitlists and update your existing application details we ask you to register in the new online portal. **MUST REGISTER ON PORTAL TO APPLY FOR THE WAITLIST** CLICK ” I do NOT

Announcement: Landlords – NEW LANDLORD PORTAL

December 12, 2024

Access to our existing landlord portal will EXPIRE December 31, 2024 due to the Housing Authority’s change in software. You will need to register at our new website at https://housing.chacity.org for access to your new online landlord portal.  You will receive an email AND letter, sent to the information we have on file for you,

Joint Notice Finding of no Significant Impact & Intent to Request Release of Funds

September 25, 2024

These notices shall satisfy two separate but related procedural requirements for activities to be undertaken by The Housing Authority of the City of Charleston, SC. REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS On or about October 17, 2024, The City of Charleston will authorize the Housing Authority of the City of Charleston to submit a request to

Notice of Finding of no Significant Impact and Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds

September 3, 2024

These notices shall satisfy two separate but related procedural requirements for activities to be undertaken by The Housing Authority of the City of Charleston, SC. REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS On or about September 23, 2024, The City of Charleston will authorize the Housing Authority of the City of Charleston (CHA) to submit a request

Employee Tax Information

January 9, 2026

FOR EMPLOYEES OF THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF CHARLESTON ONLY:   1095-C forms will not be furnished in paper form.  Employees have a right to receive a copy of the forms upon request by e-mailing Employment@CHAcity.org, mailing a request to B. Walbeck, HR Officer, City of Charleston Housing Authority, 550 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC