Philadelphia Housing Authority
The Philadelphia Housing Authority (PHA) is a municipal authority providing Public housing services in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.[1]
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| Agency overview | |
|---|---|
| Formed | 1937[1] |
| Type | Municipal Authority |
| Jurisdiction | City of Philadelphia |
| Headquarters | 12 South 23rd Street Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
| Employees | 1,049 (see web site) |
| Annual budget | $396 million[1] |
| Agency executive |
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| Website | http://www.pha.phila.gov/ |
It is the fourth-largest housing authority in the United States and is the largest landlord in Pennsylvania.[2]
History
PHA was established in 1937. PHA houses over 76,000 people in the city of Philadelphia.
Board of Commissioner
It is governed by a Board of Commissioners.
See also
- Queen Lane Apartments - built and maintained by the Authority.
References
- "What is The Philadelphia Housing Authority?". www.pha.phila.gov. The Philadelphia Housing Authority. 2007.
- "PHA Fast Facts". www.pha.phila.gov. The Philadelphia Housing Authority. 2007.
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