Housing Authority
/ˈhaʊzɪŋ ɔːˈθɒrəti/
Definitions
- (n.) A government or municipal agency charged with providing, regulating, or managing public housing and related services for low-income residents.
The housing authority allocated funds to renovate the affordable apartment complex.
Forms
- housing authority
- housing authorities
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Commentary
Often involved in both regulatory enforcement and direct management, housing authorities play a critical role in social housing policy and urban planning.
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