For over 75 years, the Lancaster City Housing Authority has been dedicated to serving our community by providing affordable housing and community resources to eligible persons, couples and families within the City of Lancaster, PA. We manage 469 public housing units, including 164 for families and 305 for the elderly/disabled, and administer 1,003 Section 8 Housing Choice Program vouchers to connect with participating private landlords.
Learn about our Section 8 Program and get access to resources.
We provide affordable housing to eligible single persons, couples and families within the City of Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
The Lancaster City Housing Authority (LCHA) owns and operates 564 Public Housing units consisting of 259 family units and 305 elderly/disabled units set in six communities.
Housing is also provided through the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program. The LCHA administers 1,003 Vouchers by matching up eligible applicants with participating private landlords.
We have a wide variety of properties, accommodating all individuals or families across beautiful Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
View Our PropertiesThese funds will enable the Lancaster City Housing Authority to align itself with the National Standards for Physical Inspection of Real Estate within Central Pennsylvania says Barbara Ellis Wilson, Executive Director of the organization. She continued, "This grant marks an exciting and transformative moment for the Lancaster City Housing Authority. It underscores our commitment to providing secure and affordable housing to the Lancaster community.
Read the Press ReleaseHave questions about any of our policies? Questions about LCHA? Questions about being a resident? Take a look at our Resources to learn more.
Learn MoreMonday: 8:00am – 4:30pm
Tuesday: 8:00am – 4:30pm
Wednesday: 8:00am – 4:30pm
Thursday: 8:00am – 4:30pm
Friday: 8:00am – 3:00pm
Please read our newest update regarding COVID.
Important Notice Regarding our Hours:
Our Central Offices at 325 Church Street will be closed daily from 12:00 noon until 1:00 p.m.
To apply for either of our programs, you must complete an easy, step-by-step online application. We no longer accept paper applications.
Learn MoreEmail
housing.info@lchapa.com
Phone
717-397-2835
Fax
717-392-2346
325 Church Street Lancaster, PA 17602