WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO
Our Vision: A community everyone can afford to call home.
Who We Are
The Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority (FCRHA) is a nationally-recognized, award-winning public housing agency serving the people of Fairfax County, VA. We seek to create a Fairfax County community everyone can afford to call home.
The FCRHA is a distinct political subdivision of the Commonwealth and possesses specific powers granted by state law. The authority of the FCRHA is vested in 11 commissioners appointed by the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors – one representative from each supervisor.
What We Do
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Provide federal, state, and local rental assistance. Learn more about rental programs [links to https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/housing/rentalhousing]
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Own and maintain affordable rental properties. Learn more [links tohttps://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/housing/rentalhousing/fairfax-county-rental-program]
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Develop and invest in new affordable housing while preserving existing affordable housing Learn More [Links to: fcrha.org/development/about
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Administer affordable homebuying programs [Links to https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/housing/homeownership]
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Promote well-being of affordable housing customers through programs that support education, financial self-sufficiency and other resources. [link to scholarships, fss, more]
Our Mission
We serve the people of Fairfax County by creating housing opportunities to promote
inclusive and thriving communities.
Our Values
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Equity: We provide guidance informed by community perspectives on communitydevelopment strategies that remove barriers and provide access to opportunities
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Trust: As stewards, we operate with integrity, communicate openly, and entertain all points of view
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Flexibility: We recognize changing dynamics and incorporate them into decision-making in support of meeting community needs
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Innovation: We encourage and promote creativity supported by evidence-based evaluation
A ‘Moving To Work’ Authority
The FCRHA holds a special distinction as a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development ‘Moving To Work’ agency. This enables the FCRHA to create local
affordable housing initiatives and use federal funds strategically. Learn more [link to
MTW page]
Our Partners and Colleagues in Fairfax County Affordable Housing
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Fairfax County Government
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Fairfax County Department of Housing and Community Development, including its Office to Prevent and End Homelessness
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Virginia Housing
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Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development
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U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development