About Us

The West Palm Beach Housing Authority ("Authority") was established by the City of West Palm Beach in 1938 pursuant to Florida Statute Section 421 and the enactment of the National Housing Act of 1937. The City of West Palm Beach formed the Authority to provide safe, decent and affordable housing to individuals and families with limited financial resources.

Mission, Vision and Values Statements

Mission Statement
To provide safe, decent, and affordable housing to persons and families with limited financial resources and to provide residents with access to programs that will assist them in making the transition to greater financial security.
           
Vision Statement
To be the leading provider of affordable housing in Palm Beach County.
           
Values and Values Statement

• Customers First - We treat all residents, participants and clients with professionalism, respect and dignity.
• Employee Care - We strive to create an environment where every employee is engaged and has an opportunity to make meaningful contributions to the success of the agency.
• Ethics & Integrity - We maintain the highest levels of integrity and ethical standards in all our actions.
• Diversity & Inclusion - We value diversity and are committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of equity and inclusion.
• Pursuit of Excellence - We relentlessly pursue excellence and continuous improvement in all that we do.
• Innovation - We challenge the status quo, embrace change and value and encourage creativity and innovation.
• Fiscal Responsibility - We practice sound and effective management of our fiscal resources and exercise the prudent stewardship of public funds.