Broward County Housing Authority (BCHA) has been helping local families meet their housing needs since November 24, 1969. Established under Chapter 421, Florida Statutes, the BCHA is an independent special district of the State of Florida. Originally created “to address a shortage of safe dwelling accommodations in available to persons of low income at rentals they can afford” the Authority continues to focus its efforts on creating, providing and increasing affordable housing opportunities to Broward County residents. Whether through its leasing, management and maintenance of a BCHA owned portfolio of housing, administration of various rental subsidy programs, provision of professional counseling services to homeowners and prospective owners, or contract management of affordable housing properties, we remain committed to offering Broward County residents many options and services to assist them in facing the challenges of the current housing market.
BCHA has five volunteer commissioners appointed by the Governor. One of the commissioners, designated a Resident Commissioner, must be a recipient of either Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) or Multifamily Housing assistance. The Board conducts its business under a Code of Ethics that holds each Commissioner to the highest ideals of honor and integrity. Responsibilities of the Board of Commissioners include:
Approving budgets
Exercising control over facilities and properties
The Broward County Housing Authority Board of Commissioners holds its regular meeting on the third Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held at the Administrative Offices of the Authority and are open to the public; 4780 North State Road 7, Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33319.
