| The KCKHA Housing Management
Department is comprised of four (4) divisions: Resident
Selection,
Elderly Services, Family
Services, and Social
Services. This
department is responsible for ensuring that both residents and KCKHA staff
comply with all terms set forth in the lease agreement. They are
also responsible for determining and adjusting rents for all tenants based
on household income and regulatory guidelines as required by law and
enforced by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development.
Re-certifications for all residents are conducted yearly to ensure that
rents are adjusted according to their current household income.
The KCKHA manages 2,170 dwelling units throughout the City of Kansas City, Kansas. The units are located in hi-rise buildings, townhouse developments, and duplex and single-family units. Public housing provides a clean, safe, decent and affordable living environment for eligible lower and very low-income individuals and families. Public housing families pay 30% of their adjusted monthly income for rent and utilities or they may choose to pay a "flat rent". Housing Management staff respond to complaints and allegations of lease violations, such as drug violations, disturbances, domestic violence and other breaches of contract. Prompt response and fair treatment of these complaints makes a significant difference between mediocrity and excellence in residential housing management. The Housing Management Department takes pride in its fair treatment of resident complaints and works closely with the Finance Department and the Staff Attorney to insure proper and efficient handling of all lease violations and enforcement of regulations. Along those lines, the KCKHA has set up an anonymous "hotline" number that residents, or even the general public, can call to report illegal or improper activities occurring on KCKHA property. The number, which records the caller's message, is (913) 279-3HIT, or (913) 279-3448. Of course, emergency calls should always be directed to Emercency 911 service. Housing Management Responsibilities:
With the recent addition of a Social Service Coordinator on staff and stronger alliances with our partners in the field of human services, Housing Management is proud to offer public housing residents assistance of many sorts including:
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| August 6, 1957 |
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| The KCKHA owns 9 elderly developments (1,164 total units, 0 to 2 bedrooms); 7 family townhouse developments (844 total units, 1 to 6 bedrooms); and scattered site duplex and single-family units (162 total units, 2 to 6 bedrooms). |
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| Eligibility for public housing assistance is set by the U.S.
Congress. Mandatory preferences include elderly families (including persons with
disabilities) and displaced persons shall be given a preference over other Single persons.
Families who are made eligible for a preference include: Involuntarily Displaced,
Substandard Housing, Rent Burdened and the Homeless. |
| Household Size | 30% or less than Area Median Income (AMI) | > 30% but < 50% of AMI | > 50% but < 80% of AMI |
| 1 Person | $14,950 | $24,950 | $39,900 |
| 2 Persons | $17,100 | $28,500 | $45,600 |
| 3 Persons | $19,250 | $32,050 | $51,300 |
| 4 Persons | $21,350 | $35,600 | $56,950 |
| 5 Persons | $23,100 | $38,450 | $61,550 |
| 6 Persons | $24,800 | $41,300 | $66,100 |
| 7 Persons | $26,500 | $44,150 | $70,650 |
| 8 Persons | $28,200 | $47,000 | $75,200 |
Effective as of
03/21/13 - Refer to www.huduser.org for
complete chart.
Flat Rents
| Studio | $240/month |
| 1 bedroom | $342/month |
| 2 bedroom | $397/month |
| 3 bedroom | $486/month |
| 4 bedroom | $504/month |
| 5 bedroom | $575/month |
| 6 bedroom | $723/month |
Approved per KCKHA Reso #2401 dated 03/21/13
| If you qualify, you may choose between the flat rent or stay with
the traditional calculation (30% of adjusted income). Please note that a resident can only change rent options ONCE A YEAR. |
| Rental Assistance only. |
| In addition to income eligibility requirements, applicants must also meet non-economic screening criteria including rental and criminal history reviews. |
| Listed below are links to
other pages and files providing additional information to residents and
applicants.
What to Do If You Receive
a Breach of Lease
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