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Who We Are

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About the Housing Authority of The City of Lake Charles
The Housing Authority of The City of Lake Charles (Authority) is a political subdivision of the state of Louisiana, established independently from the City of Lake Charles in 1938 under La. R.S. 40:381, et seq. The Authority's mission is to provide decent and safe rental housing for eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
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​Governance and Operations
The Authority operates under the governance of a five-member board appointed by the Mayor of the City of Lake Charles, each serving staggered five-year terms. The Authority administers multiple housing programs and owns several housing units that are rented directly to low-income tenants.

​Section 8 Program
Since 1976, the Authority has administered the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Section 8 program. This program provides financial assistance to low-income families to help with their rental payments. It establishes a three-way agreement among the Authority, the Participant/Tenant, and the Owner/Landlord of the housing unit. The Section 8 program includes housing choice voucher units and moderate rehabilitation units.
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P.O Box 1206 - Lake Charles, La  70602
​ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES:
400 W. Hale St.
​Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 426-8981 - FAX (337) 426-8983
​Disclaimer
In accordance with federal law and United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or familial status. To file a complaint of discrimination, write HUD Director, Office of Civil Rights, 451 7th Street S.W., Washington, DC 20410, or call (202) 708-1112 (voice) or (202) 708-1455 (TDD).
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