This agency provides affordable housing opportunities to individuals within Centre County.

Public Housing Program: this agency operates multiple public housing developments across the county. Public housing provides safe rental housing for eligible low-income families, as well as the elderly and individuals with disabilities. Public housing tenants pay a percentage of their income, usually approximately 30%, in rent. Eligibility is further based on individuals/families annual gross income and U.S. Citizenship or eligible non-citizens.

Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program: this program permits low- to moderate-income individuals, families, seniors, and individuals with disabilities to choose private rental housing and receive rental assistance with payments. Individuals pay approximately 30-40% of their adjusted income in rent, the Housing Authority pays the remainder directly to the landlord on behalf of the tenant.

Tax Credit Program: provides tax incentives to owners of affordable housing. This may be available to families who earn 60% or less of the area median income. Contact ext. 200 for more information.

Family Unification Program: is only available through referral from the Children and Youth Service agency. This program helps families who have lost or are in danger of losing their children and will be able to get back together or remain together if the family has decent, safe, and sanitary housing. Program participants must complete a service contract with the Children and Youth Service Agency. Contact (814) 355-6755 for more information on this program.

Contact:
(814) 355-6750
info@centrecountyhousingauthority.com
https://centrecountyhousingauthority.com/
602 E Howard St, Bellefonte, PA 16823