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SCCHA Urges Adoption of Build Back Better Plan’s Historic Expansion to Housing Voucher Supply
Oct 25, 2021 12:00 AM
Despite the clear need, three in four households eligible for assistance receive none because Congress continues to underfund proven solutions.
HEADING HOME: No More Families Living on Our Streets
Oct 04, 2021 12:00 AM
The Santa Clara County Continuum of Care announce new “HEADING HOME: No More Families Living on Our Streets,” a campaign to house all homeless families in Santa Clara County by 2025.
Public Notice: Huff Gardens Apartments Relocation Plan
Sep 24, 2021 12:00 AM
Rotary Plaza HACSC HDC, Inc. (Rotary Plaza) in cooperation with Santa Clara County Housing Authority (SCCHA) is inviting all interested parties to review the draft relocation planning document for its properties located at 3021 Huff Avenue in San Jose, California. A copy of the draft plan (otherwise known as the Huff Gardens Relocation Planning Document) can be viewed and downloaded from SCCHA’s website.
Emergency Housing Voucher Program
Aug 18, 2021 12:00 AM
HUD recently announced a new program, the Emergency Housing Voucher Program (EHV), to house eligible individuals and families who are experiencing homelessness or have unstable housing. Read more for referral information.
Santa Clara County Housing Authority Deputy Executive Director Jones Departs and Plans for Retirement
Aug 02, 2021 09:29 AM
The Santa Clara County Housing Authority today announces the departure of Deputy Executive Director Sharon Jones, who will take an extended leave of absence and plans to retire in early 2022. Ms. Jones joined SCCHA’s leadership team in 2016. Read more...
Santa Clara County Housing Authority Deputy Executive Director Jones Departs and Plans for Retirement

The Santa Clara County Housing Authority announces the departure of Deputy Executive Director Sharon Jones, who will take an extended leave of absence and plans to retire in early 2022. Ms. Jones joined SCCHA’s leadership team in 2016.
Public Notice: Hearing for Amendment to DRAFT FY2022 MTW Annual Plan

SCCHA is seeking an amendment to add an additional MTW Activity (2022-5) to provide utility arrears assistance to Section 8 participants. SCCHA will hold a public hearing on the proposed MTW Plan Amendment via Zoom on Thursday, July 15, 2021 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. You must register to attend this public hearing.
SCCHA Spring 2021 Newsletter
May 11, 2021 12:00 AM
What Makes a Great Housing Authority; More Than 660 New, Transit-oriented, All-electric Affordable Homes Planned for East Santa Clara Street in San José; Scholarship Applications Open Until May 26; Emergency Rent Relief Programs Available; 34,000 Join New Online Section 8 Program Interest Lists; Project-based Vouchers Are Key to Financing Supportive Housing
DRAFT FY 2021 Amendment Added to MTW Plan
Mar 24, 2021 12:00 AM
SCCHA is seeking an amendment to extend the Re-Proposed Activity 2009-1 through June 30, 2023. Re-Proposed 2009-1 reduces the frequency of regular reexaminations and delays scheduled regular reexaminations for up to twelve months.
FY2022 MTW Annual Plan Available for Public Viewing
Feb 22, 2021 12:00 AM
The Draft 2022 MTW Annual Plan will be available for review February 22 through March 24, 2021 at https://www.scchousingauthority.org/about-sccha/moving-to-work.