Housing Authority of the Borough of Madison

About This Building

Heading 1: Housing Programs and Eligibility The Housing Authority of the Borough of Madison offers housing assistance to low-income residents through various programs, including Low Rent Public Housing and the Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. These programs are income-based, and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. Keep in mind that there may be waiting lists for rentals or vouchers, and occasionally, these lists may be closed to new applicants due to their size and length of wait. Heading 2: Contact the Housing Authority for More Information If you are in need of housing assistance in the area, it is recommended to contact the Housing Authority directly. They can provide you with detailed information about eligibility requirements, the availability of rentals or vouchers, the status of any waiting lists, and the application procedures. By reaching out to them, you can receive the guidance you need to access affordable housing opportunities. Heading 3: The Mission and Origins of the Housing Authority The Housing Authority of the Borough of Madison has a clear mission: to provide decent, safe, and sanitary housing for low and moderate-income residents of the Borough of Madison. It was initially established in 1970 due to the concern expressed by a handful of Madison citizens for providing affordable decent housing to the community's low-income residents. Heading 4: Creation and Governance The Housing Authority was created by municipal ordinance under the New Jersey Local Housing Authorities Law, now known as the Redevelopment and Housing Law. The governing body appoints six members of the Board of Commissioners, with one being a mayoral appointment, and the seventh member is a State appointment chosen by the Commissioner of the Department of Community Affairs of New Jersey. The Authority operates autonomously within the framework of state law and a Housing Cooperation Agreement with the Borough of Madison. Heading 5: Powers and Operations The Housing Authority has broad-ranging powers that enable it to build, rehabilitate, maintain, and operate housing for low and moderate-income residents of the Borough. However, it operates within the legal restrictions of the Borough Zoning Ordinance, necessitating governmental approval for variances and zoning changes. All building projects comply with municipal and state building codes. The Authority may also acquire property through eminent domain, issue bonds for corporate purposes, and negotiate financial aid and cooperation with the federal government.