Housing Authority of Savannah

 

 

Our History >>

The Housing Authority of Savannah was organized on January 10, 1938 as a public housing authority in accordance with the Georgia State Housing Authority’s Law of 1937, as established by the U.S. Housing Act of 1937. It began with a resolution adopted by the Savannah City Council on December 22, 1937. The resolution stated the need for a body to address the shortage of safe and sanitary housing in the city.

Mayor Robert M. Hitch appointed Herbert L. Kayton as Chairman and Fred Wessels, D.T. Simpson, W. Hugh Stephens and Joseph F. Griffin as Commissioners. Mr. Kayton shortly after resigned the Chairmanship, but continued to serve on the Board while Fred Wessels became Chairman.

The Board executed the first cooperation agreement with the City of Savannah on November 28, 1938. This agreement assures residents of the Housing Authority that they will receive police and fire protection, refuse collection and all services available to citizens of Savannah.

The first employee of the Authority was W. Horace Stillwell who served as Executive Director from November 30, 1938 until June 1, 1959.

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HAS Mission >>

To effectively and efficiently address the housing needs of Savannah’s low income population while focusing on the educational, job training and economic self-sufficiency needs of the residents of public housing neighborhoods and the Housing Choice Voucher Program.

 

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NOTICE OF INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS

On or about November 18, 2025,  the City of Savannah, as delegated Responsible Entity, will authorize the Housing Authority of Savannah (“Grantee”) to submit a request to the U.S. Housing and Urban Development Department (“HUD”) for the release of Capital Funds under Section 9 of the United States Housing Act of 1937, as amended, to undertake a project known as Yamacraw Village Demolition. An Environmental Review Record (ERR) that documents the environmental determinations for this project is on file at www.savannahga.gov/YamacrawVillage, the City of Savannah Housing Services Department at 5515 Abercorn Street, Savannah, GA, 31405, and the Housing Authority of Savannah at 1407 Wheaton Street, Savannah, GA, 31404, where the record is available for review.

Written comments may be submitted by November 17, 2025, in-person at the Housing Services Department (5515 Abercorn Street); by mail to the attention of Tara Hicks, City Attorney’s Office, 2 E Bay Street, Savannah, GA 31401; or by email to thicks@savannahga.gov. Please see full Notice as published on November 2, 2025, HERE.

 

 

 

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THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF SAVANNAH
PUBLIC NOTICE OF OPENING OF THE WAITING LIST FOR
SCB KAYTON HOMES (RAD) PROGRAM

The Housing Authority of Savannah (HAS) announces the opening of the waiting list for Herbet Kayton Homes (Resident Assistance Demonstration Project-Based Vouchers) for one, two, three, four and five-bedroom units. This decision is made in accordance with the regulations set forth by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the HAS Housing Choice Voucher Administrative Plan.

The Herbert Kayton Homes (RAD) waiting list will open on Monday, November 17, 2025, at 8:30 am and will close on Friday, November 21, 2025, at 4:00 pm. Eligible individuals should complete an online pre-application at https://portals.savannahpha.com  during the waiting list open period.

We encourage all interested individuals and families to apply during this period. Applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis until the closing date and time listed above.

To submit an application, interested persons must have a valid email address. You will be required to submit the following information in the online application: your name, social security number, date of birth, mailing address, email address, household income, and number of household members.

For more information on eligibility requirements and the application process, please visit our website or contact the Housing Authority of Savannah directly.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation because of a disability, need for language translation, or communication in an alternative format may call the Housing Authority of Savannah at (912) 235-5844 ext. 204, 215, or 218 during regular business hours prior to the closing of the waiting list. Persons with hearing or speech disabilities using TDD or TTY technology may call Georgia Relay Services at 711 for assistance or 1-800-545-1833, ext. 313.

The Housing Authority of Savannah is an equal opportunity housing provider.

 

 

 

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What is Rent Café?

The Rent Café is a web-based online information center that replaces the need for most calls or visits to your local site or community office by providing 24 hour electronic communications tools and services that will save you time.

Rent Café allows Housing Authority of Savannah owned community residents to pay their rent, submit maintenance requests, review the resident ledger/rents, and update contact and family information as well as process annual and interim certifications.

Rent Café allows Housing Choice Voucher participants to review their resident ledger, housing assistance payments, resident’s rent portion, and update contact and family information as well as process annual and interim certifications.

Rent Café allows Housing Choice Voucher landlords access to unit information, caseworker contact and information, unit inspections, payment options, and ledger details.

We are currently inviting residents, participants, and landlords to register to Rent Café via an email and USPS mail outreach.

Information you will need prior to registering:
A Registration code. This registration code is provided to you via the invitation letter.
A current email address. If you do not have a valid email address, you will need to create one.

How do I register/create a new account?
To create an account click here to register. Fill in the form with your contact information, making sure that all required fields marked with asterisks ( * ) are completed. You have to verify that "you are not a robot" by CAPTHA picture verification. Select all the images required and select "verify". Next, check that you have read and accept the Terms and Conditions then, click "Register".

I forgot my password. How can I recover it?
Click on the "Forgot Password?" link on the log in page and follow the instructions. A new password will be sent to the email you used to register. You can change your password by following the same steps.

I know my password but still can't log in. What can I do?
Your user account has most likely been locked as a result of too many unsuccessful log in attempts.
Public Housing residents are to contact the community management office.
HCV residents are to contact their caseworker.

 

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OFFICES CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC TEMPORARILY

All offices of the Housing Authority of Savannah are temporarily closed to visitors.
Housing Authority of Savannah staff is currently meeting with residents, vendors and other members of the public by appointment only.
HAS staff is still working, available, and committed to meeting the needs of our residents, program participants, and partners.
Business is being conducted by telephone, email, fax and, appointments (on an-as needed basis).

 

 

PUBLIC HOUSING RESIDENTS, PLEASE MAIL YOUR RENT PAYMENTS TO:
HOUSING AUTHORITY OF SAVANNAH
P.O. BOX 2966
SAVANNAH, GA  31402

SECTION 8 INFORMATION SHOULD BE MAILED TO:
HOUSING AUTHORITY OF SAVANNAH
P.O. BOX 1179
SAVANNAH, GA  31402

Neighborhood Resource Center – Building A
Administrative Office
Office:  (912) 235-5800 / Fax:  (912) 233-2553

Neighborhood Resource Center – Building B
Assisted Housing Programs (Section 8) Office
Office:  (912) 235-5844 / Fax:  (912) 231-1580       

Pickens Patterson Terrace, Single Family Homes & Horace Stillwell Towers
Office:  (912) 235-5835 / Fax:  (912) 235-5858

Simon Frazier Homes & SCB Kayton, LLC
Office:  (912) 235-5820 / Fax:  (912) 235-5077

Yamacraw Village
Office:  (912) 235-5825 / Fax: (912) 232-3192

 

 

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