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 Hakim Ouansafi Executive Director News General Information Board of Directors and Management Frequently Asked Questions HPHA’s Housing Programs Info for Communities Reports and Studies Reference Information Technical Information Career Opportunities Procurement Would you like to help the Hawaii Public Housing Authority in its cause? Download the HPHA Volunteer Application Form now. 1002 North School Street Honolulu, Hawaii 96817 Visit the State of Hawaii Homepage (eHawaii) Aloha and Welcome! Interim Executive DirectorThe Hawaii Public Housing Authority helps provide Hawai`i residents with affordable housing and shelter without discrimination. HPHA does not discriminate in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. HPHA efforts focus on developing affordable rental and supportive housing, public housing and the efficient and fair delivery of housing services to the people of Hawai`i. The Hawaii Public Housing Authority does not discriminate against any person on the basis of disability/handicap, race, ancestry, color, sex, including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, marital status, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, or HIV infection. What’s New? HPHA CoVID-19 NewsPursuant to Emergency Proclamation for COVID-19 signed by Governor David Y. IGE, dated march 4, 2020, Supplementary Emergency Proclamation for COVID-19, dated March 16, 2020, and Second Supplementary Emergency Proclamation for COVID-19 dated March 21, 2020, and Third Supplementary Emergency Proclamation for COVID-19, dated March 23, 2020, and guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and the State Department of Health, the Hawaii Public Housing Authority’s offices are closed to the public. All essential employees are working remotely to the extent possible which, unfortunately, may cause a slight delay in response time or services. For assistance, please email the HPHA at hpha@hawaii.gov or you may call one of the following numbers for assistance: Public Housing (808) 832-4692 Section 8 (808) 832-4690. You can also submit document via U.S. Postal Service to P.O. Box 17907, Honolulu, HI 96817. Note that the HPHA’s waiting lists on Oahu are closed and no applications are being distributed or accepted. Any request for public housing repairs should continue to be directed to the property management office. Hawaii Public Housing Authority Chapter 356D HAWAII REVISED STATUTES State Public Housing Evictions §356D-63 Hearings. §356D-64 Eviction. Evictions from State public housing shall only be done for health and safety only during the period of quarantine. Hearings shall be held by teleconference, video conference, or alternative means which strictly comply with the guidance on social distancing. No hearings or evictions shall be held for failure to pay rent during the period of quarantine. Federal Public Housing Evictions §356D-93 Hearings. §356D-94 Eviction. Evictions from federal public housing shall only be done for health and safety only during the period of quarantine. Hearings shall be held by teleconference, video conference, or alternative means which strictly comply with the guidance on social distancing. No hearings or evictions shall be held for failure to pay rent during the period of quarantine. On March 19, 2020, the Hawaii Public Housing Authority’s Board of Directors Authorized the Executive Director to Suspend Existing Rules, Policies, or Procedures Which: 1) Require Close Contact Between Staff and Individuals, such as Inspections; 2) Require Tenants to Leave Their Homes for Extended Periods of Time and Come Into Close Contact with Others, such as the Community Service Requirement; or 3) May Create an Undue Burden on Tenants and Staff, For the Purpose of Delaying Requirements or Services to the Applicants or Tenants of the Hawaii Public Housing Authority’s Programs, Subject to Additional Directives or Guidance from the President, the Governor, and/or the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to terminate with the Emergency Proclamation by the Governor of the State of Hawaii. The Hawaii Public Housing Authority shall continue to provide services to the extent possible via electronic means in an effort to avoid face-to-face interactions between staff, applicants, and/or tenants. Electronic means may include any combination of telephone calls, facsimile, electronic mail, video conferencing, or any other alternative means of communication which complies with requirements for social distancing. The following is a list of Hawaii Administrative Rules which are affected during the time period established under the Governor’s Emergency Proclamation and any subsequent Supplementary Emergency Proclamations. HPHA HRS and HAR - Tenant Interaction CARES Act: Suspension of Tenant Requirements Applicant Portal The Hawaii Public Housing Authority (HPHA) has a new “Applicant Portal” that will allow you to update your application information online. You can do this by using a computer, tablet, or smartphone with internet access. For more information, please go to the frequently asked questions link below. Applicant Portal - Frequently Asked Questions Section 8 Subsidy Programs Branch Payment Standards for Section 8, Effective January 1, 2019 Small Area Fair Market Rent and Proposed Payment Standards for Section 8, Effective January 1, 2019 School St. Redevelopment.org Other Notices Alert! Fraud Alert: Phony Grant Scams Beware of fraudsters who say you have been awarded a grant from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), but they need an upfront fee. HUD will never email or call to “award” you money. Find out more about it HERE!!! Beware of ’Government Imposter’ Scams HPHA alerted the Attorney General, Honolulu Police Department and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) so that the State’s most vulnerable population does not fall victim to this type of scam. The HPHA never requires fees or credit checks to apply for any of its programs. Potential applicants for Section 8 or public housing should be vigilant when asked to provide private information and should contact the HPHA directly at (808) 832-6040 if they have any concerns about websites, advertisements, postings, etc. Attorney General’s News Release - February 2, 2016 ATTENTION PHONE SCAMS AND FRAUD ALERT for applicants and current Section 8 Voucher holders - Please be aware that Housing Authorities do not charge fees for participation in the Section 8 program. Housing Authorities won’t reach out to you by phone or email to suggest that you join a waiting list or pay a fee to be on a waiting list. A Housing Authority will never ask you to wire money or pay with a prepaid card. Those are sure signs of scams. Quick Links Applying for Federal Public Housing Applying for State of Hawaii Public Housing Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program IMPORTANT NOTE: Throughout this web site, Portable Document Format (PDF) files are used. In order to properly view the documents, it is necessary to have the latest version of Adobe Reader installed on your computer, which is available free of charge at http://www.adobe.com . For the visually impaired, Access.Adobe.Com offers free services to enable the reader to view the files. For further information on the various accessibility tools available to you, please go to http://access.adobe.com . Contact Information (for all inquiries including requests for public records) Hawaii Public Housing Authority, 1002 N. School Street, Honolulu, Hawaii 96817 Phone: (808) 832-4692 Fax: (808) 832-4679 TTY: (808) 832-6083 Email: hpha@hawaii.gov Section 504 Coordinator, Sarah Beamer Phone: (808) 832-4690 Email: hpha@hawaii.gov For requests for public records, please send your request Attn: Planning...