Frequent Questions
Frequent Questions
Under the Oklahoma Open Records Act, OCHA provides access to public records for those who request them.
When a Records Request is made, OCHA acknowledges receipt of the request and then conducts a diligent and thorough search for documents that are requested. If record(s) are identified, the record(s) will be made available along with information about any exceptions or redactions. Please note, Record Request are limited to accessing existing records; a Records Request is not a mechanism for asking questions or submitting comments.
The more specific the Records Request, the more efficient it is for OCHA to perform an expedient search for records. Broad requests, may significantly extend the time it will take OCHA to search, review, and release any records.
Questions, comments, suggestions? We want to hear from you! If you have feedback for us, we invite your thoughts at one of our options below!
- Submit a Comment to OCHA
- Submit an Anonymous Comment to OCHA
- Email a Comment to OCHA
- Call (405) 602-3124 to speak to a representative
Disclaimers:
- If this is an emergency, please call 911.
- If this is an after-hours emergency work order for Authority owned units, call 405-232-1041.
- To submit an order for non-emergency work, call the property manager during normal business hours.
- To submit an official grievance, please follow the grievance policy outlined in Administration Policy or Admissions and Continued Occupancy Policy.
The Oklahoma City Housing Authority's jurisdiction only covers the Oklahoma City limits.
The Oklahoma City Housing Authority (OCHA) currently owns Public Housing consisting of over 2,700 units. In addition, OCHA administers approximately 5,071 Housing Vouchers in the Oklahoma City Metropolitan area.
The rent for both programs are based on your income, OCHA also provides many services to assist our residents. To look at information regarding our Public Housing and services, click here. To see information about the Housing Choice Voucher Program, click here.
The rent for both programs are based on your income, OCHA also provides many services to assist our residents. To look at information regarding our Public Housing and services, click here. To see information about the Housing Choice Voucher Program, click here.
Public Housing provides rental assistance to live in a home owned and managed directly by the Oklahoma City Housing Authority.
The Housing Choice Voucher Program provides rental assistance, allowing you to choose a home in the private rental market where vouchers are accepted.
The Housing Choice Voucher Program provides rental assistance, allowing you to choose a home in the private rental market where vouchers are accepted.
Unfortunately, there is not emergency housing in the state of Oklahoma. We suggest you contact an assistance organization, church or other charitable organization.
| Adult & Child Hotline | 1-800-522-3511 |
| Contact Crisis Helpline | 211 |
| Parents Assistance Center-Child Abuse Hotline | 405-232-8226 |
| Oklahoma State Department of Human Services | 405-521-2779 |
| Oklahoma State Office of HUD | 405-553-7401 |
| Oklahoma State Office of HUD website | |
| United Way website |
The Oklahoma City Housing Authority is a property management company (Landlord) and is not a lending agency or an oversight agency. We recommend that you contact your lender.
The Housing Authority can not directly help you with your rent to a private, non-Housing Choice Voucher Landlord or Property Management company. However, if you are paying more than 30% of your monthly adjusted gross income for rent, and if you are eligible or appropriate for assistance, you should consider leasing one of our Public Housing units or applying for the Housing Choice Voucher Program.
This is a difficult question to answer exactly. Because of the many variables due to the individuality of our applicants and our programs, we can only give approximations of time. Each property maintains it's own waiting list, so wait times will vary depending on the property at which you applied.
The Housing Authority can not directly help you with complaints about a private, non-Housing Choice Voucher Landlord or Property Management company. However we do recommend you contact the Metropolitan Fair Housing Council.
Applications are available on-line only; no paper applications are available or accepted. Applications are only accepted for open waiting lists. Eligible applications received through the Applications Portal will be entered on the waiting list in the order received (date and time). For more information click here.
Need Assistance?
OCHA is committed to providing equal access to its programs and services. If you need a reasonable accommodation or assistance completing this application due to a disability, please call Public Housing at (405) 605-3268 or Housing Choice Voucher at (405) 605-3264.
Need Assistance?
OCHA is committed to providing equal access to its programs and services. If you need a reasonable accommodation or assistance completing this application due to a disability, please call Public Housing at (405) 605-3268 or Housing Choice Voucher at (405) 605-3264.
To qualify you must be 18 years or older, or be an emancipated by the Court system.
You are welcome to apply again for housing assistance. Any back balance owed must be paid before you can be approved and your prior rental history with us will be checked.
Yes, we have housing available for single adults and seniors.
Yes. You may apply for both the Housing Choice Voucher Program and Public Housing if you meet the eligibility requirements for each. Applying to both programs may provide additional housing opportunities based on your individual needs and available options.
Eligibility is determined by family size, and gross (amount before any taxes or deductions) annual income for the family. You may be eligible as an individual or a family if your gross annual income does not exceed income guidelines established by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). There are no minimum income requirements.
Public Housing Eligibility
Housing Choice Voucher Eligibility
Public Housing Eligibility
Housing Choice Voucher Eligibility
Rent is based on your household's income and family circumstances. When calculating your rent, OCHA considers any eligible deductions allowed under program guidelines. Each year, OCHA reviews your household information to help ensure your rent does not exceed 30% of your adjusted monthly income. If your household size or income changes during the year, you may request an interim review to determine whether your rent should be adjusted.
Public Housing Eligibility
Housing Choice Voucher Eligibility
Public Housing Eligibility
Housing Choice Voucher Eligibility
Yes, with restrictions. You may keep 1 pet that can be no larger than 15 pounds in weight and no taller than 15 inches in height. They cannot have any internal or external parasites (ie: worms, mange). The pet must be spayed/neutered and current on all vaccinations. Pets must be kept on a leash no longer than 5 feet in length when the animal is outside the residence. There is a $200.00 deposit required in advance of the pet coming into the residence and the owner is responsible for removal of pet waste. The owner is also responsible for any bodily injury or property damage caused by their pet. Certified working animals are exempt from required deposit and height/weight restrictions.
Housing Choice Voucher FAQs
The Oklahoma City Housing Authority provides a limited list of Housing Choice Voucher rental properties. However, you can find properties for rent at www.AffordableHousing.com, www.rentals.com, www.apartments.com, www.hotpads.com, and local publications
- This is a difficult question to answer exactly. Because of the many variables due to the individuality of our applicants and our programs, we can only give approximations of time.
- Formal application processing is four to six weeks. Once the formal application processing is complete and if you are eligible, you are issued a voucher and have sixty days to find an appropriate rental unit. Once you decide on a unit, it is approximately two more weeks for an inspection to be scheduled and completed.
When your name reaches the top of the preliminary application waiting list, you will be notified by mail and e-mail to access the portal to complete your certification on-line. If you need assistance, you can contact our office at (405) 605-3267. You will be required to upload proper identification including Social Security Card for each member of your family.