🌟 About the Pinellas County Housing Authority (PCHA)
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 throughout 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 help families work toward self-sufficiency.
As the largest housing authority in Pinellas County, we currently provide housing and rental assistance to approximately 8,500 individuals through agency-owned affordable housing, public housing, assisted living, and the administration of the Housing Choice Voucher program. 🏘️ Our area of operation includes all unincorporated and incorporated areas of Pinellas County, with the exception of the Cities of Clearwater, Dunedin, St. Petersburg, and Tarpon Springs.
Our Purpose and Principles
🎯 Mission Statement
To provide quality, affordable housing and improve the lives of residents.
🌟 Value Statement
PCHA sets the standard for affordable housing in Pinellas County. Our belief is that everyone deserves a quality place to live.
💡 Core Values
✅ Integrity – Upholding honesty, transparency, and fairness in all we do.
📘 Culture of Learning – Investing in our people and developing leaders.
🔄 Innovation – Viewing challenges as opportunities to evolve, adapt, and improve.
🤲 Accountability – Residents are our priority; we take ownership of our actions and deliver results.
✨ What These Mean to Us
At the Pinellas County Housing Authority, our mission, value statement, and core values are more than just words on a page—they are the foundation of everything we do. From the way we interact with residents to the systems we put in place for long-term success, these principles guide our decisions and drive our vision forward. 💪
We are committed to being a trusted resource in the community, continuously learning, improving, and innovating so that every person we serve has access to a safe, affordable, and dignified place to call home. 🏡
🏆Achievements
Pinellas County Housing Authority was recently recognized for the following achievements:| 🗓️ Year | 🥇 Award / Recognition |
|---|---|
| 2013 | FAHRO Best Practices for Educational Contractor Workshops |
| 2013 | NAHRO Nomination for Award of Excellence – Educational Contractor Workshops |
| 2013 | NAHRO Award of Merit – Educational Contractor Workshops |
| 2013 | NAHRO Award of Merit – Peer to Peer Training Program |
| 2013 | Bay Area Apartment Association, Affordable Community of the Year – Lakeside Terrace |
| 2013 | Bay Area Apartment Association, Conventional Community of the Year – East Lake Club |
| 2013 | Bay Area Apartment Association, Major Rehab Community of the Year – Norton |
| 2012 | HUD High Performer |
| 2012 | FAHRO Outstanding Agency Award – Housing Authority of the Year |
| 2012 | HUD Recognition for Preserving Affordable Housing – Norton Apartments |
| 2012 | Bay Area Apartment Association, Affordable Community of the Year – Lakeside Terrace |
| 2012 | Bay Area Apartment Association, Affordable Community of the Year – Palm Lake Village |
| 2011 | HUD High Performer |
| 2011 | TBBJ Best Places to Work – 2nd Place, Bigger Category |
| 2010 | NAHRO Award of Merit – Energy Efficiency & Going Green Implementation |
| 2010 | NAHRO Award of Merit – Palm Lake Village Community Center |
| 2010 | NAHRO Nomination for Award of Excellence – Palm Lake Village Community Center |
| 2010 | FAHRO Best Practices – Implementation of Green Initiatives |
| 2010 | Nan McKay and Associates Pioneer in Housing |
| 2010 | HUD High Performer |
| 2009 | HUD High Performer |
| — | Green Business Partnership – Pinellas County Extension |
| — | Member of Florida Green Building Coalition |