Public Housing
Our goal is to provide drug free, decent, safe and sanitary housing for eligible families and to create opportunities for residents and promote self-sufficiency and economic independence and assure fiscal integrity.
We offer efficiency, one, two, three, and four bedroom apartments.
Locations:
Walter Todd Drive (off Leestown Lane)
Leestown Lane (off Wilkerson Boulevard)
Rosewood Drive (off Leestown Lane)
Cherry Drive (off Rosewood Drive)
Greenbriar (off Leestown Lane)
Redbud Lane (off Rosewood Drive)
Douglas Avenue (off East Main Street)
Southern Apartments (on West Second Street)
Gaines Village – Owenton, KY
Public Housing Manager: Lori Kilbourne
Rent is based on income with utilities included.
Creative Housing
Project Based Voucher Program
Mission Statement:
Our goal is to provide decent, safe and sanitary (based on income) rental housing for eligible families and to provide opportunities and promote sufficiency and economic independence for our residents.
All Creative Housing units are 2 bedrooms – with utilities included in the rent. Applications are taken during business hours Monday through Friday at the Housing Authority office.
Creative Housing properties:
276 East Main Street (Kirkland Fields)
Creative Housing Manager: Bobbie (BJ) Hunter
Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
Mission Statement:
Our goal is to provide decent, safe and sanitary rental housing for eligible families and to provide opportunities and promote self-sufficiency and economic independence for Section 8 participants.
***Our Section 8 application process is currently OPEN***
We are currently BILLING incoming ports.
Qualifying Section 8 properties can be located anywhere in the Frankfort or Franklin County area where a landlord will accept Section 8 assistance.
Section 8 Coordinator(s): Martha Lathrem
Bobbie (BJ) Hunter
Section 8 HQS Inspector(s): Clay Goins
Family Self-Sufficiency
The FSS Program is designed to help Section 8 participants achieve their dreams. The primary goal of the program is to provide a comprehensive support system that combines housing assistance with appropriate community services in order to achieve self-sufficiency. The participant works with the FSS Coordinator in addressing issues that have been obstacles in the past. For some families, the lack of transportation and childcare has prevented them from achieving their goals. Participants may want to go back to school, learn a new skill, find a new career, start their own business or own their own home.
All glory comes from daring to begin.
Who is eligible for FSS?
- Families who are currently receiving Section 8 Rental Assistance.
- Families who have a desire to begin moving toward greater economic independence.
- Families who are willing to work in confidence with a case manager on developing and completing goals.
How does the program work?
Once you express interest, you will come to the Housing Authority to learn more about the program. You will discuss your aspired career, interests and plans with the coordinator. Once you decide to participate you will sign a Contract of Participation, which gives you a five year period to work on your goals. You will be given a “Goals Packet” you help you begin.
Who will help me achieve my goals?
Throughout the program you will meet with your coordinator for guidance to help you achieve your goals. Classes on budgeting, resume’ writing, employability skills and even general life skills will be made available to you.
What do I have to gain from participating in the FSS program?
Taking active steps to reach personal goals will help build a sense of confidence and pride. Success is very rewarding! There are also monetary ($) gains for active participation in the program. If your rent is increased due to an increase in your income, the difference in the old rent will be placed in an interest bearing escrow savings account in your name. Once you have achieved your goals you will be eligible to receive this money.
FSS Coordinator: Kyndreck Scott
“The challenge is in the moment; the time is always now.” ~ James Baldwin