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Portage Metropolitan Housing Authority’s primary purpose is to maintain quality affordable housing for our community members.  Through our programs and services, we also provide outreach to connect people with that housing, foster a sense of belonging within our...

On June 10, 2021, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Marcia L. Fudge announced the awarding of American Rescue Plan funds for Emergency Housing Vouchers (EHVs) for individuals and families who are homeless; at risk of homelessness;...

Being a Public Housing community member has more perks beyond affordable costs of living and community housing repairs. In addition to providing affordable housing, PMHA also offers programs that increase quality of life, safety, and access to resources.  ChromeBook...

The Emergency Broadband Benefit (EBB) is a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) subsidy program to help families and households struggling to afford internet service during the COVID-19 pandemic. EBB provides a discount of up to $50 per month towards broadband...

Portage Metropolitan Housing Authority operates many housing programs that can help you and your family secure stable, affordable housing. Operating a broad variety of programs maximizes PMHA’s funding to provide housing aid to as many of our low income community...

Attention Public Housing Residents: If you recently expressed interest to PMHA for a Chromebook we are pleased to inform you that the e to you a Chromebook and has attempted to contact you regarding the distribution of the device. Please note the following ways you...

Are you considering becoming a Section 8 landlord?  Then you’re probably wondering: how does Section 8 housing work for landlords? The Housing Choice Voucher, commonly known as "Section 8", is funded by the federal government through the Department of Housing and...

Portage Metropolitan Housing Authority’s 2021 Moving to Work (MTW) Annual Plan was approved by HUD on December 3, 2020, and it is available for viewing. Click HERE to access the PMHA MTW 2021 Annual Plan. Questions and comments should be directed to Carolyn Budd,...

The Portage Metropolitan Housing Authority launched a new web-based information center for our tenants and landlords in July, 2020. This new portal is designed to make the process easier and more efficient for our participants and landlords. With the portal, tenants...

The Portage Metropolitan Housing Authority is seeking new landlords to participate in the Section 8 Voucher Program. Landlords who are interested in participating in the program should contact PMHA at (330) 297-1489.

PMHA Update on the Coronavirus (COVID-19) January 25, 2021 The Portage Metropolitan Housing Authority (PMHA) cares about the health and wellness of our residents, staff, and partners. To ensure that we are taking the necessary precautions regarding the Coronavirus...

Learn More About the Other Side of Portage Metropolitan Housing Authority At the Portage Metropolitan Housing Authority (PMHA), we are dedicated to meeting the housing needs of low-income families and individuals of Portage County by developing, managing and...