$1.2M
Housing Assistance
Given Each Year
260+
Area Families
Helped Each Year
128
Public Housing
Units

Our Vision
The vision of ORHA is the be a valuable partner in the vitality of our community by stabilizing and transforming neighborhoods while empowering working families, elderly, and veterans to greater self-sufficiency.
About UsForward-thinking Housing Solutions
Serving our community is a privilege - we’re here every day with safe, attractive, and affordable housing that strengthens Oak Ridge families and neighborhoods.
View All ProgramsSee What’s Happing in the Neighborhood
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ORHA Receives $500k Grant for Home Renovations
Funds will enable lower income residents to fix homes. -
Oak Ridgers Gather to Celebrate and Empower Families
Oak Ridge Housing Authority Hosts the Celebration -
ORHA announces "What Homes Mean to Me" poster contest
ORHA Offers this wonderful opportunity to the children of ORHA program recipients -
TORCH's Raise a Roof campaign kicks off to build rapid housing in Oak Ridge and combat homelessness
Officials said that the Trinity Out-Reach Center of Hope will build a quadplex and duplex at Hamilton Circle where families can have a place to call home.
Meetings & Events
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Public Notices
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Jul
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ORHA/ORCDC Board Meeting
Notice of Board Meeting
- Jul 9 Agency Plan Public Hearing
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Jul
9
NOTICE OF MEETINGS OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF OAK RIDGE HOUSING AUTHORITY AND THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF ORHA DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
Notice of Board Meeting
Building Stronger Communities,
One Home at a Time
Frequently Asked
Questions
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How Do I Apply?
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Who is eligible for Public Housing?
Public housing is limited to income-qualified families/households, elderly individuals, and persons with disabilities. In addition, our housing authority determines eligibility based on:
- Annual gross income
- Family background information – this includes current and prior landlords, personal references, and performance meeting financial obligations (especially rent)
- Criminal history
You will also need to provide references, verify your income, and provide
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What Programs Do You Offer?
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Are Pets Allowed?
Certain types and sizes of pets are permitted. Proof of vaccinations, spay/neuter documentation, and payment of a $200.00 pet deposit will be required before the pet can be brought onto ORHA property. This does not apply to service animals.
