Congrats to Our Team for Achieving a 94.74% Recertification Rate
The Housing Authority of the County of Chester is proud to celebrate an outstanding achievement by our Public Housing Department. Under the leadership of Debra Johnson, with the dedication and hard work of Bashairra Henry and Lakeisha Hawkes, HACC has reached a 94.74% recertification rate, exceeding HUD’s requirement and restoring the agency to strong standing. […]
Next Board Meeting
January 27th, 2026 @ 4:30 PM: Zoom Link 30 W Barnard Street, West Chester, PA 19382 Full Calendar
New President of MARC-NAHRO ~ Paul Diggs
On September 18, 2025 Paul Diggs, CEO & Executive Director of the Housing Authority of Chester County (HACC) will be officially sworn in as the new President of MARC-NAHRO (Mid Atlantic Regional Council – National Association of Housing & Redevelopment Officials.) Please view the flyer for more details.
Learn More about the Peer Learning Collaborative
Are you a service provider working with people experiencing or at risk ofhomelessness? Join us for a collaborative learning event to strengthen skills,share best practices, and build connections.Led by local professionals with real, hands-on experience in Chester County. View and Download more information HERE.
Proposed Changes for Housing Authority Programs
The HACC’s proposed changes to the Admissions and Continued Occupancy Plan (ACOP) and Administrative Plan (Housing Choice Voucher Program) are available for public review and comment. You can view the proposed changes by clicking HERE for the Drafts. Please comment on the proposed changes to mwalker-smith@haccnet.org or by mail: Attention Marrea Walker-Smith30 W Barnard Street, […]
What to Know about the New Deportation Orders:
HACC Immigration Letter to Residents for New Deportation Orders (English)HACC Immigration Letter to Residents for New Deportation Orders (Spanish) For the Housing Authority of the County of Chester’s current solicitations, please visit: https://pennbid.bonfirehub.com
The HACC Drop Box is Here
Now located at our main office, 30 West Barnard St, Suite 2, West Chester, PA 19382, is a drop box available for tenants and landlords to use for delivery of any required documents. It is located at our front door to the left. Please feel free to use this 24/7 should you have any documents […]
NEW OPPORTUNITY FOR HOUSING VOUCHERS!
Vouchers are very limited in number and have very special requirements. Qualified families/individuals can only get on the waiting list through a referral. You cannot apply directly in person or online for these vouchers.
Rent Relief Program for Chester County Residents
The Housing Authority of the County of Chester is no longer a participant in the Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP). If you are receiving this notice, your ERAP referral has been closed. If you had reported having a pending court ordered eviction and/or utility shut off notice your application will be prioritized and someone will be […]