What does HADC mean in HOUSING & AMENITIES

The Housing Authority of DeKalb County is an agency that provides access to affordable housing opportunities, improves quality of life, and encourages self-sufficiency. HADC also works to promote stability within the community by helping people find secure housing.

HADC offers a variety of programs designed to help residents find and maintain affordable housing. These include rental assistance programs, public housing options, and homeownership assistance programs. HADC also provides educational resources and supportive services to assist individuals in becoming self-sufficient.

Yes, HADC offers several sources of financial assistance for those who qualify. This includes direct tenant subsidies (rent or utility payments), grants for essential household items or repairs, and down payment loans for first time home buyers.

Eligibility requirements vary from program to program but generally require that you are a DeKalb County resident with an income below certain levels based on household size and other factors. Other criteria may include age, disability status, veteran status, or citizenship status.

You can apply in person at 998 Wrens Nest Road in Decatur or online at https://www.hadcnetwork.org/apply-for-housing/. In either case you will need to submit a completed application along with proof of identity, income and any other supporting documents requested as part of the application process.

Yes, all residents regardless of immigration status are eligible to apply for help from the Housing Authority of DeKalb County as long as they meet all other eligibility requirements and provide proof of identity such as a driver's license or passport.

An eligibility determination will be made based on your application materials including proof of income, family size and more. If your application is approved you will be placed on a waiting list until a suitable housing unit becomes available or another form of assistance has been approved by HADC staff.

Yes, when an individual moves into a new unit or their circumstances change then their name gets removed from the waiting list allowing others higher up on the list to move closer to securing housing assistance from HADC.

Only households meeting specific criteria such as income limits may reside in units funded by the Housing Authority of DeKalb County however all tenants must meet safety regulations set forth within lease agreements which outline various rights and responsibilities tenants must abide by while living in one of our units.

If your application is denied you will receive notice informing you why it was denied so that you may take steps to correct any mistakes if needed before reapplying in the future.