Howard County Housing Commission

Our Mission

The mission of the Howard County Housing Commission is to provide safe, quality, affordable, and sustainable housing opportunities for low- and moderate-income families who live or work in Howard County and to assist them in moving toward economic independence.

COMING SOON! The 76-unit Patuxent Commons in Columbia will feature 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom units. LEARN MORE HERE

Apartments at the brand new, luxury Marlow and Juniper apartment buildings are available!LEARN HOW TO APPLY HERE

Morningside Park exterior — FEATURED PROPERTY: Morningside Park – Active Adult Community in Jessup, MD with 1 and 2 bedroom apartments.Click Here to Apply

Buy a home with your Housing Choice Voucher!LEARN MORE

RESOURCES ARE AVAILABLE TO ASSIST IN YOUR HOUSING SEARCHLEARN MORE

Next Commission Board Meeting: May 20, 2025LEARN MORE

Working With You To Find Your New Home

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Our Properties

Housing Choice Voucher Program

Resources & Info

Recent Updates

Past Due Rent? Apply for Eviction Prevention Funds

Residents of HCHC properties who are facing eviction may be eligible for the Eviction Prevention Rental Assistance Program (ERAP). The Commission will make rental assistance payments to help you get current on your rent. Apply online.

Financial Counseling

Having problems paying your rent because of COVID-19 related loss of income? Making Change can help you create a budget that includes rental payments that are affordable for your family. Use this budget as the basis for negotiating rental payments with your landlord. Click below to request an appointment with Making Change.