Welcome
Newport News Redevelopment & Housing Authority (NNRHA) operates 10 Asset Management properties with 13 communities in Newport News, administers a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) Program, acquires property for redevelopment, awards loans and grants, and manages Newport News' Consolidated Housing and Community Development programs.
NNRHA has established a strong working relationship with Public and Private organizations to strive to meet the needs of housing residents and the community.
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| Madison Heights Community | Chestnut Avenue Streetscape Community Project |
Seven Commissioners serve as the governing body of NNRHA and are the foundation for the Authority's actions and accomplishments. Each Commissioner, who must reside in Newport News, is appointed for a 4-year term by the Newport News City Council and may serve a total of 8 consecutive years. One Commissioner must be a public housing resident. The Board meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month in the NNRHA offices. Karen Wilds was named Executive Director on December 1, 1999 by the Board.

