Formed in 1965, the Pinellas County Housing Authority (PCHA) is an independent agency, operating under the authority of Florida Statute FS421. PCHA is governed by a five-member Board of Commissioners appointed by the Governor of the State of Florida.
We are dedicated to creating, providing and increasing high quality housing opportunities in Pinellas County through effective and responsive management and responsible stewardship of public and private funds. Our ability to cultivate strategic partnerships and develop innovative programs allows us to bring together services and resources to assist our families in working toward self-sufficiency.
As the largest housing authority in Pinellas County, we currently provide housing and rental assistance to approximately 10,000 individuals through agency-owned affordable housing, public housing, assisted living and the administration of the Housing Choice Voucher program. Our area of operation for the public housing and housing voucher program includes all unincorporated and incorporated areas of Pinellas County with the exception of the Cities of Clearwater, Dunedin, St. Petersburg and Tarpon Springs.
Our Mission Statement:
As a leader and innovator, our mission is to provide safe, quality housing for persons in need and to cultivate healthy, vibrant neighborhoods for Pinellas County.
The PCHA was recently recognized for the following achievements:
- TBBJ Best Places To Work, 2nd place, Bigger Category - 2011
- NAHRO Award of Merit for Energy Efficiency and Going Green Implementation - 2010
- NAHRO Award of Merit for Palm Lake Village Community Center - 2010
- NAHRO Nomination for Award of Excellence for Palm Lake Village Community Center - 2010
- FAHRO Best Practices for Implementation of Green Initiatives - 2010
- Nan McKay and Associates Pioneer in Housing - 2010
- HUD High Performer - 2010
- HUD High Performer - 2009
- Green Business Partnership through the Pinellas County Extension
- Member of Florida Green Building Coalition
