Housing Authority in Cook County, Illinois

County housing authorities serve residents throughout the county with affordable housing programs including public housing, rental vouchers, and special assistance programs for seniors, veterans, and people with disabilities. There are 18 Housing Authority locations in Cook County, Illinois.

County residents should apply to both the county housing authority and any municipal housing authorities in cities they are willing to live in, as each authority operates an independent waitlist and program portfolio.

Residents of Cook County who receive a Housing Choice Voucher should be aware of portability provisions that allow the voucher to be used in other counties and states after an initial period of residency, expanding their housing search options considerably.

You may also find Housing Authority locations in neighboring counties including Cook.