Articles from DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas

DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas, announced today it has earned an “A+” rating from S&P Global, the world’s leading provider of independent credit ratings. This rating affirms DHA’s financial health, governance, and ability to meet its financial commitments. The A+ rating denotes "strong" creditworthiness. It is the highest rating within the "A" category (A+, A, A-).

DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas, announced today that the agency achieved its tenth year with zero audit findings. The audit was conducted by CohnReznick LLP, a third-party advisory, assurance, and tax firm. The comprehensive audit includes an evaluation of DHA’s financial statements, regulatory compliance, program reporting, cost allocations, internal controls for financial and program documentation and processes, and cash management.

DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas (DHA), announced today a successful collaboration with Dallas Fire-Rescue (DFR) to provide Cliff Manor as a unique, practical first responder training venue. DHA is in the process of demolishing Cliff Manor apartments located in Oak Cliff, which has been vacated. Dallas Fire-Rescue was able to utilize the building to provide a realistic high-rise training environment for its Special Operations Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) and Rapid Intervention Team.

DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas (“DHA”), has achieved a historic milestone with the award of a Commitment to Enter into a Housing Assistance Payments Contract (CHAP) from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the agency’s inaugural Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) conversion in the city of Dallas.

Following the approval of the $69 million bond reservation, DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas (“DHA”), is moving forward with development activities for the historic affordable housing properties located in Central Dallas, the Roseland Townhomes and Roseland Estates. With a total reservation of $69,152,737 approved by the Texas Bond Review Board (BRB), DHA has secured a crucial financing milestone, positioning the agency to advance renovations across 274 units to address local affordable housing needs and preserve the established community.

DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas (DHA), announced today that it is further deepening its partnership with the Dallas Police Department (DPD) by investing in Flock Safety license plate readers and the Axon Fusus real-time intelligence platform, which connects cameras and license plate readers to DPD’s single pane of glass monitoring system.

Opportunity Rising Foundation, the nonprofit organization established by DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas, awarded $141,980 in scholarships to 70 scholars as part of its 2025 scholarship cohort. This investment supports youth and adults served in DHA programs who are pursuing college degrees, workforce certifications, and other postsecondary pathways that promote self-sufficiency and reduce generational poverty.

DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas, has been recognized by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) with “High Performer” status for its Housing Choice Voucher program for the tenth consecutive year. The “High Performer” status is the highest rating from HUD to a public housing agency (PHA) for financial management, operations, and regulatory compliance. This designation ranks DHA among the top Housing Choice Voucher programs in the country.

DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas (DHA) and its development partner Volunteers of America National Services (VOANS) held the groundbreaking ceremony for a new senior housing development in South Dallas on June 24, 2025. The 268,000 square foot project will provide 364 new affordable housing units for seniors in Dallas who are age 62 and older. The senior living community is located at 2770 Bethurum Avenue in the Bonton neighborhood.

DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas (“DHA”) announced several appointments to its executive leadership team including two chief administrative officers and a new chief financial officer. DHA welcomes Sonya Barnette formerly with Fort Worth Housing Solutions, and David Storms, formerly the regional environmental officer for the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) as its new chief administrative officers. DHA’s new chief financial officer is Debra Roling, who has served as DHA’s finance director since 2024.

DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas (“DHA”), is investing in the redevelopment of two historical affordable housing properties in Dallas—Roseland Communities located in Central Dallas and Cliff Manor in North Oak Cliff. These affordable housing developments have been prioritized by DHA based on the age of their infrastructure, and evolving community needs.

DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas announced today that it has launched a program called Children First North Texas that will expand housing choices for Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) families with children by increasing access to high-opportunity neighborhoods.

DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas announced today it dedicated its headquarters building in West Dallas to former HUD Secretary Alphonso Jackson who also served as the first African American president and CEO of the Dallas Housing Authority from 1989 to 1996. In 2004 Jackson was appointed as the 13th HUD Secretary by President George W. Bush and officially confirmed by the U.S. Senate.

DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas was recently awarded a $5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to help HCV families gain greater access to high-opportunity areas.

Today, housing assistance provider DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas, announced its partnership with Parkland Health to offer eligible DHA clients living in Dallas County an accelerated application process for financial assistance for medical services at any Parkland Health location.

DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas and Volunteers of America National Services (VOANS) are excited to announce the grand opening of a new affordable senior housing development which expands the inventory of quality, affordable housing options in South Dallas. The Oaks, a 50MM redevelopment project, co-developed by DHA and VOANS, celebrated its opening with a Ribbon Cutting ceremony today, November 9.

DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas is the public housing authority for seven counties across North Texas including: Collin, Dallas, Denton, Ellis, Kaufman, Rockwall and Tarrant. It has been recognized by HUD with “High Performer” status for its Housing Choice Voucher program for the eighth consecutive year. To achieve High Performer status, public housing authorities must score high marks on an annual performance assessment, which includes a review of 14 indicators that measure a public housing agency’s effectiveness.

In 2022, the American Cancer Society reported an estimated 1.9 million new cancer cases across the United States. In 2023, there will be an estimated 139,100 new cases in the state of Texas alone. The top five types of cancers across the state of Texas include: breast, prostate, lung, colorectal and kidney/renal pelvis.

DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas is pleased to announce that Almas Muscatwalla, a community leader in the DFW Region has been appointed by City of Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson to its board of commissioners, effective October 19, 2022.

DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas announces that it has received 127 incremental vouchers under the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2022.

DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas announced today the future opening of The Oaks, a newly built affordable rental housing development for low-income seniors in Oak Cliff. The Oaks is a 260-unit, mixed-income multi-family apartment community located at 630 Llewellyn Avenue, Dallas, Texas 75208. The Oaks will contain 27 units through DHA’s Public Housing program, 103 units assisted by the DHA Project-Based Voucher Program and 17 market rate units.

DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas announces that it has achieved “High Performer” status for FY2021 from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) following an annual performance assessment of its Housing Choice Voucher program. This marks the seventh year DHA has been awarded a high performer status.

Fannie Mae, a leading source of mortgage financing, has launched a new program in Texas and North Carolina offering a financing incentive to landlords of multifamily rental properties who agree to rent to voucher holders. Dallas, Texas is one city where Fannie Mae will offer this incentive and test out additional strategies to drive adoption.

DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas (DHA) announces that it has successfully distributed all allocated rent relief funds through the City of Dallas COVID-19 Rent Relief program. DHA was authorized to distribute up to $19 million in funding through the program which began on August 18, 2022. DHA fully allocated all funds as of September 27, 2022.

DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas (DHA) received its 2021 single audit report from leading advisory, assurance and tax firm, CohnReznick LLP. The audit report contains zero findings. This marks the agency’s eighth consecutive year with zero audit findings, which is a significant accomplishment given the size and complexity of DHA’s operations.

DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas (DHA) has launched onsite community hubs at two residential public housing communities in partnership with Parkland Health. These hubs provide various in-person services for DHA residents and the public including health screenings, financial assistance for healthcare, community resources and virtual medical visits.

DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas announced today that it has been selected to help facilitate a distribution of rent relief funds by the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. DHA is authorized to distribute up to $19 million in funding through the program.

The National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials (NAHRO) recognized DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas, with awards for 2020, 2021 and 2022. These awards recognize members of the housing and redevelopment industry who display excellence in supporting affordable housing and community development.

The Dallas Business Journal has named president and chief executive officer Troy Broussard of DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas as a 2022 “Most Admired CEO” recipient. This award is given to CEOs across North Texas who are great stewards of their companies, specifically cultivating an inclusive, collaborative culture. This includes influential leaders that inspire those around them, manage their companies with integrity, and exemplify excellence, while contributing to the North Texas community.

DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas announces that Dr. Maggie Deichert, DHA director of Policy Development & Research (PD&R) has advanced to the role of vice president of PD&R for the agency.

DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas (DHA) has launched a new artificial-intelligence-based module for Housing Choice Voucher program clients and landlords to manage the Request for Tenancy Approval process and documentation all online via its Bob.Ai platform.

DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas has announced that Betty Culbreath, a longtime community leader in the city of Dallas, has been elected to lead its board of commissioners as chairwoman. Culbreath is the only woman in the agency’s history to hold this post on DHA’s board and this is her second term as chairwoman. Her first term as DHA’s board chair was from January 2007 to November 2008. Culbreath was reappointed by Mayor Eric Johnson to serve on DHA’s board as a commissioner in October 2019.

DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas announces that Dr. Myriam Igoufe, previous DHA vice president of Policy Development & Research (PD&R), has advanced to the new role of chief research and innovation officer (CRIO) for the agency.

DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas (DHA), received its 2020 independent audit report from advisory firm CohnReznick on October 18, 2021.

DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas (DHA) in collaboration with other organizations hosted a virtual Fair Housing Education Summit which was attended by more than 600 housing professionals. Speakers included subject matter experts from the U.S Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the City of Dallas Fair Housing Division, Higler Allen & Lautin, P.C., DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas, Legal Aid of Northwest Texas, the Department of Justice, and the Greater Houston Fair Housing Center. In addition to these organizations sharing their expertise, they also served as the planning committee for the event. Other committee members include: Fort Worth Housing Solutions, the South West Regional Council of NAHRO (National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials) and the Houston Housing Authority.

DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas (DHA) announced today that it has been recognized by AT&T and Government Technology Magazine through the Special Districts Awards Program, which recognizes innovation and leadership within special district agencies across the country. DHA was recognized for improving service delivery to citizens through its adoption of artificial intelligence via a smartphone app that helps streamline its Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program operations.

DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas (DHA) announced today in the first six weeks of the initiative the agency has approved more than 1,000 eligible Dallas families for assistance through the Emergency Rental Assistance Program, which equates to a commitment of over $7.3 million in rent payments. The agency has developed an efficient process for people to apply with some applicants receiving approval for assistance within one week.

DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas (DHA) announced today that applications for Emergency Rental Assistance are now open at DallasRentRelief.com. There is $18 million in rental assistance being administered by DHA between now and December 31, 2021 to help eligible residents of the City of Dallas who have been adversely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic through the loss of their employment income or who have sustained a reduction in income and are delinquent in paying rent or need help with future payments. The City of Dallas COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) is funded by the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act.