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Aloha and Welcome!
The Hawaii Public Housing
Authority helps provide Hawai`i residents with affordable
housing and shelter without discrimination.
HPHA does not discriminate in admission or access to, or
treatment or employment in its programs and activities. HPHA
efforts focus on developing affordable rental and supportive
housing, public housing and the efficient and fair delivery
of housing services to the people of Hawai`i.
The Hawaii Public Housing
Authority does not discriminate against any person on the
basis of disability/handicap, race, ancestry, color, sex,
including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation,
familial status, marital status, national or ethnic origin,
religion, age, or HIV infection.
What's New?
OPENING OF OAHU FEDERAL PUBLIC HOUSING WAITING LISTS

Applications can only be submitted
online. If you need assistance with the application process,
please call (808) 832-6046.
Applicants who require a
reasonable accommodation may call (808) 832-6046 or e-mail
hpha@hawaii.gov.
TTY/TDD: (808) 743-4594.
Need a Language Interpreter?
Please call (808) 832-6046. When you call, you will be asked what
language you speak and your call will be put on hold for an
interpreter.
Pono i ka māhele ʻōlelo? |
Kailangan mo ba ng wikang tagapagsalin? |
需要口譯員嗎 ? |
Benötigen Sie einen Sprachübersetzer? | Besoin
d'un interprète de langue? | Kasapulan ti
mangipatarus iti pagsasao? |
通訳が必要ですか? |
통역이
필요하십니까?
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ຕ້ອງການຜູ້ແປພາສາບໍ?
| Aikuj am ri-ukook in kajin? | Anahne
soun kawehwe lokaia? | Pe mana’omia se tagata
faaliliu o le gagana? | Necesita un intérprete
de idiomas? | Kailangan ng tagasalin-wika?
| Fiema’u ha tokotaha Fakatonu Lea? | Mi
namwot epwe wor noum chon chiaku? | Quý vị có
cần ngýời phiên dịch không?
Chinese (Simplified):
需要语言翻译吗?致电
(808) 832-6046。
Chinese (Traditional):
需要語言翻譯嗎?致電 (808) 832-6046。
Chuukese: Nupwen omw kokko,
repwe eisinuk menni kapas ke sine pwe repwe kutta ngonuk
emon choon chiaku. Kose moch en kèkkèri (808) 832-6046.
French: Besoin d'un interprète
linguistique? Composez le (808) 832-6046.
German: Benötigen Sie einen
Sprachdolmetscher? Rufen Sie (808) 832-6046 an.
Hawaiian: Pono ka unuhi ʻōlelo?
Kāhea (808) 832-6046.
Ilocano: Kasapulan kadi ti
Mangipatarus iti Lenguahe? Tawagan ti (808) 832-6046.
Japanese:
言語通訳が必要ですか? (808)
832-6046
に電話してください。
Korean:
언어
통역사가
필요하십니까?
(808) 832-6046
으로
전화하십시오.
Lao:
ຕ້ອງການນາຍພາສາບໍ?
ໂທ (808) 832-6046.
Marshallese: Ne koj call, renej
kajitok ibbem kin kain kajin eo am im elikin am ba renej ba
kwon kottar bwe ren lewoj juon am ri okok. Jouj im kirlok
(808) 832-6046.
Russian: Нужен переводчик? Звоните
(808) 832-6046.
Samoan: Mana'omia se fa'aliliu
gagana? Valaau (808) 832-6046.
Spanish: ¿Necesita un intérprete
de idiomas? Llame al (808) 832-6046.
Tagalog: Sa inyong pagtawag,
itatanong sa inyo ang wikang nais ninyong gamitin. Hintaying
sumagot ang tagasalin. Mangyaring tumawag sa (808)
832-6046.
Thai:
ต้องการล่ามภาษาหรือไม่?
โทร
(808) 832-6046.
Tongan: 'E fehu'i atu pe ko e ha e
fa'ahinga lea 'oku ke lea'aki 'i he taimi te ke ta mai ai
pea tnitokoe ke tali kae 'oua kuo ma'u ha toko taha fakatonu
lea. Kātaki fetu‘utaki ki he (808) 832-6046.
Vietnamese: Cần một thông dịch
viên ngôn ngữ? Gọi (808) 832-6046.
Visayan (Cebuano): Nagkinahanglan
ug Language Interpreter? Tawga (808) 832-6046.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the
Hawaii Public Housing Authority (HPHA), in
accordance with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD) regulations, Hawaii Administrative Rules
Chapter 17-2028, and the HPHA’s Federal Public Housing Admissions
and Continued Occupancy Policy (ACOP),
will open waiting lists for low-income applicants with a
preference for the federal public housing program on Oahu.
Each geographic waiting list described below will be open
for 5 days.
Online applications will be
accepted from eligible applicants with the following
preference: (1) Involuntarily Displaced by a disaster,
government action, or
action of housing owner for reasons beyond the applicant’s
control and despite the applicant meeting conditions of
occupancy (excluding increase in rent); (2) Victim of
Domestic Violence who is participating in a program with
case management through a domestic violence shelter, program
or clearinghouse; or (3) Homeless person participating in a
federally or state funded homeless shelter or program and
are in compliance with a social service plan.
The HPHA has adopted a
lottery/random selection policy. Following the closing of
each geographic waiting list, the HPHA will use a lottery to
randomly select a certain number of applicants to be placed
on the waiting list. The order of all applicants selected to
be on the waiting list will be by random selection.
Applications will be active for
18 months from the date of placement on the waiting list and
will then expire.
For the Leeward,
Oahu waiting list (Hale Laulima, Kau‘iokalani, Maili
I & II, Nanakuli Homes, Waimaha-Sunflower, and Waipahu I &
II):
Waitlist opening for 5
days from 8:00 am on Thursday, March 2, 2023, through
4:00 p.m. on Monday, March 6, 2023.
Accepting online
applications from eligible applicants for bedroom
sizes: 1-bedroom. The
HPHA will use a lottery to randomly select 500
applicants to be placed on this list.
For the Honolulu, Oahu waiting
list (Ka‘ahumanu Homes, Kalakaua Homes, Kalihi Valley Homes,
Kamehameha Homes, Kuhio Homes, Mayor Wright Homes, Palolo
Valley Homes, Pu‘uwai Momi, Salt Lake Apartments, and
Spencer House):
Waitlist opening for 5
days from 8:00 am on Thursday, March 9, 2023, through
4:00 p.m. on Monday, March 13, 2023.
Accepting online
applications from eligible applicants for bedroom
sizes: 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom,
or 3-bedroom. The HPHA will use a lottery to
randomly select 2,000 applicants on this list.
For the Honolulu, Oahu waiting
list (Punchbowl Homes, Kalanihuia, Makamae, Makua Ali‘i,
Paoakalani, and Pumehana):
Waitlist opening for 5
days from 8:00 am on Thursday, March 16, 2023, through
4:00 p.m. on Monday, March 20, 2023.
Accepting online
applications from eligible applicants who are also
at least 62 years old or a person with a disability
and meet the following bedroom sizes: studio (1
person) or 2-bedroom. The HPHA will use a lottery to
randomly select 700 applicants to be placed on this
list.
For the Central, Oahu waiting
list (Kauhale Nani, Wahiawa Terrace, and Kupuna Home
O‘Waialua):
Waitlist opening for 5
days from 8:00 am on Thursday, March 23, 2023
through 4:00 p.m. on Monday, March 27, 2023.
Accepting online
applications from eligible applicants who are
also at least 62 years old or a person with a
disability and meet the following bedroom sizes:
studio (1 person) or 1-bedroom. The HPHA will use a
lottery to randomly select 500 applicants to be
placed on this list.
For the Windward, Oahu waiting
list (Ko‘olau Village, Ho‘okipa Kahalu‘u, Kaneohe
Apartments, Kauhale O‘hana, Waimanalo Homes):
Waitlist opening for 5
days from 8:00 am on Thursday, March 30, 2023
through 4:00 p.m. on Monday, April 3, 2023.
Accepting online
applications from eligible applicants who meet the
following bedroom sizes: 2-bedroom or 3-bedroom. The
HPHA will use a lottery to randomly select 500
applicants to be placed on this list.
How do I submit an
application? Applications can only be submitted online.
Devices such as mobile phones and tablets with internet
access may be used, however,
not all operating systems support this application. No
applications will be accepted at the HPHA’s office.
- Be prepared by having
the names, dates of birth, and social security numbers
available for all persons who will be listed on your
application. You will need to know the monthly gross
income (before taxes) for each source of income for all
persons listed on your application. You must list all
the sources of income individually.
- Complete the application
online at www.hpha.hawaii.gov or www.hphaishereforyou.org by
clicking on "Apply Online Here".
- Applications submitted
before or after the waiting list opening period will be
automatically rejected and not accepted by the HPHA.
Applications not fully completed (i.e., in the middle of
submission) prior to the closing will be rejected.
- Print your receipt, take a picture of, or write down
your Application Confirmation Number. A confirmation
receipt is issued immediately after the application is
submitted. Print and save this confirmation.
Applicants can only apply for
one geographic waiting list. No duplicate applications will
be accepted. Any duplicate applications with same or similar
household members will have both applications denied. Prior
to adding any households to the waiting list, the HPHA will
conduct extensive crosschecks to remove duplicate
applications. Submitting a duplicate application will not
improve your chances of being selected and can significantly
delay housing for other applicants.
Does submitting an application
mean I’m on the waiting list? No, the HPHA will be using a
lottery to select a certain number of applicants to be
placed on the waiting list. Following the closing of the
waiting list, the HPHA will assign a position number after
the lottery and the applicant will be placed on the
applicable geographic waiting list unless rejected due to
reasons listed above. All applicants will be notified by
e-mail if they were selected by the lottery to be placed on
the waiting list. Please do not contact the HPHA prior to
receiving confirmation of placement on a waiting list. No
information can be given out over the phone regarding the
waiting list placements.
There is no fee or charge to
apply for housing with the HPHA. Applicants
are encouraged to immediately report any individual or
organization who attempts to charge a fee for completion of
the HPHA’s application process. Applicants should not
respond to any fraudulent requests for an application fee.
Organizations that may be able
to assist with the application process are Parents and
Children Together (PACT), We are Oceania, Helping Hands
Hawaii, Honolulu Community Action Program (HCAP), and Aloha
United Way.
Applicants who require a
reasonable accommodation must contact the HPHA before the
waiting list opens to ensure that assistance is provided
timely. Please call (808) 832-6046 for assistance with a
reasonable accommodation or email hpha@hawaii.gov.
Interpreters will be available
via Zoom on the following dates and times.
For general questions regarding
the waiting list, please call (808) 832-6046.
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Welcome to the Hawaii
Public Housing Authority’s (HPHA) Partner Portal.
The Partner Portal is a 24/7 online service
option for S8 Landlords that will reduce the need for
you to call or visit the HPHA during business hours.
As a Registered User, you will have access to:
1.
View your monthly Housing Assistance Payments (HAP)
2. View Unit and Family information
3. View Inspection information
4. Submit address changes
5. View HPHA Announcements and much more…
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Pay Your Rent Online!
“The online rent
payment service provider has been changed. The payment
webpage looks different from the previous one and the
information saved previously is no longer available.”
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HPHA is Here for You During the Pandemic
(Click here for more
information.)
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Pursuant to Emergency Proclamation for COVID-19 signed by
Governor David Y. IGE, dated march 4, 2020, and
Supplementary Emergency Proclamations for COVID-19, dated
March 16, 2020, March 21, 2020, March 23, 2020, March 31,
2020, April 16, 2020, April 25, 2020, May 5, 2020, May 18,
2020, June 10, 2020, July 17, 2020, August 6, 2020, August
20, 2020, September 22, 2020, October 13, 2020, November 16,
2020, November 23, 2020, December 16, 2020, February 12,
2021, April 9, 2021 and guidance from the Centers for
Disease Control and the State Department of Health, the
Hawaii Public Housing Authority’s offices are closed to the
public. All essential employees are working remotely to the
extent possible which, unfortunately, may cause a slight
delay in response time or services.
On March 19, 2020, the Hawaii Public Housing Authority’s
Board of Directors Authorized the Executive Director to
Suspend Existing Rules, Policies, or Procedures Which: 1)
Require Close Contact Between Staff and Individuals, such as
Inspections; 2) Require Tenants to Leave Their Homes for
Extended Periods of Time and Come Into Close Contact with
Others, such as the Community Service Requirement; or 3) May
Create an Undue Burden on Tenants and Staff, For the Purpose
of Delaying Requirements or Services to the Applicants or
Tenants of the Hawaii Public Housing Authority’s Programs,
Subject to Additional Directives or Guidance from the
President, the Governor, and/or the U.S. Department of
Housing and Urban Development to terminate with the
Emergency Proclamation by the Governor of the State of
Hawaii.
The Hawaii Public Housing Authority shall continue to
provide services to the extent possible via electronic means
in an effort to avoid face-to-face interactions between
staff, applicants, and/or tenants. Electronic means may
include any combination of telephone calls, facsimile,
electronic mail, video conferencing, or any other
alternative means of communication which complies with
requirements for social distancing.
For assistance, please email the HPHA at hpha@hawaii.gov or
you may call the following number for assistance: (808)
204-9042. You can also submit document via U.S. Postal
Service to P.O. Box 17907, Honolulu, HI 96817.
Note that the HPHA’s waiting lists on Oahu are closed and no
applications are being distributed or accepted. Any request
for public housing repairs should continue to be directed to
the property management office.
The following is a list of Hawaii Administrative Rules which
are affected during the time period established under the
Governor’s Emergency Proclamation and any subsequent
Supplementary Emergency Proclamations.
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Section 8 Subsidy Programs Branch
Section 8 Forms
The correct form must be completed and submitted with
verification to report a change in family income and/or
household composition:
Other Notices
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Fraud Alert: Phony Grant Scams
Beware of fraudsters who say you have been awarded a
grant from the Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD), but they need an upfront fee. HUD
will never email or call to “award” you money.
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Beware of 'Government Imposter' Scams
HPHA alerted the Attorney General, Honolulu Police
Department and the U.S. Department of Housing and
Urban Development (HUD) so that the State's most
vulnerable population does not fall victim to this
type of scam. The HPHA never requires fees or credit
checks to apply for any of its programs. Potential
applicants for Section 8 or public housing should be
vigilant when asked to provide private information
and should contact the HPHA directly at (808)
832-6040 if they have any concerns about websites,
advertisements, postings, etc.
Attorney General's News Release - February 2, 2016 |
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ATTENTION PHONE SCAMS AND FRAUD ALERT for
applicants and current Section 8 Voucher holders -
Please be aware that Housing Authorities do not
charge fees for participation in the Section 8
program. Housing Authorities won't reach out to you
by phone or email to suggest that you join a waiting
list or pay a fee to be on a waiting list. A Housing
Authority will never ask you to wire money or pay
with a prepaid card. Those are sure signs of scams. |

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Contact Information (for all
inquiries including requests for public records)
Hawaii Public Housing Authority, 1002 N. School Street,
Honolulu, Hawaii 96817
Phone: (808) 832-4692 Fax: (808) 832-4679
TTY: (808)
743-4594
Email:
hpha@hawaii.gov
Section 504 Coordinator, Ryan Akamine
Phone: (808) 832-4690
Email:
hpha@hawaii.gov
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