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Transforming Lives Through Affordable Housing
Affordable Housing Program
WHO WE ARE The Columbia Housing Authority (CHA)
Founded in 1956, the Housing Authority of the City of Columbia, Missouri provides safe, healthy, and affordable housing to low-income families and individuals in Columbia and Boone County.
The Columbia Housing Authority is governed by a five-member Board of Commissioners appointed by the Mayor of the City of Columbia. The five Commissioners serve staggered four-year terms.
WHAT WE DO We help financially struggling families to find affordable housing
CHA is dedicated to providing affordable rental housing to families who are struggling financially, for whatever reason. Our own properties are well-maintained and managed by trained and certified property managers. If you are looking in a different area of Columbia or Boone County, our team of Housing Choice Voucher Specialists will help qualified applicants with support for rent and utilities. CHA’s policies are based on Housing and Urban Development regulations and designed with input from a Resident Advisory Board and the public.
Our Impact
We help individuals from all areas of life, offering a full spectrum of housing options that fit their unique needs.
Families Currently Housed
Dollars in Resident Services Grants
CHA-Owned Affordable Housing Units
Latest From CHA
CoMoGives Fundraiser Update
Fair Housing Month Proclamation
Kinney Point Apartments Pre-Bid Conference
Randy Cole Named New CEO Of The Housing Authority
History Of Fair Housing In Columbia
CHA Families Benefit From Family Self-Sufficiency Program
Meetings & Events
PHA Plan 45-Day Notice of Public Content
12:00 am | PHA Plan 45-Day Notice of Public Comment This notice serves as a 45-day notice for the Columbia Housing Authority’s (CHA) Five Year and Annual PHA Plan for FY 2027 and associated PHA operating budgets. The comment period will run from August 30, 2026, through October 14, 2026. The CHA Board of Commissioners will consider final approval of the plan and PHA operating budgets at a public hearing at its October 14, 2026, regular meeting. The CHA’s PHA Plan for FY 2027-3031, Annual Plan, and Annual Operating Budgets will be available for public re-view and written comment at the CHA Administration Building, 201 Switzler Street or online at: www.columbiaha.com The CHA Board of Commissioners will also receive public comment at their regular meeting Oct. 14 beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the CHA Administration Building, 201 Switzler St. For more information: (573) 443-2556 TTY 800-735-2966Interested In Working With Us?
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