Please be aware of the changes in Illinois law regarding evictions.  Late penalties have been reinstated and you may now be evicted for failure to pay rent.  Now is the time to catch up on any past due rent. More information on the changes and the new Tenant Declaration form can be found on IHDA’s…

In accordance with HUD regulations, HALC has completed its 2020 Utility Allowance study for the Public Housing and Section 8 Voucher programs. The proposed utility allowances shall take effect on October 1, 2020. Records pertaining to the survey are available for inspection at 526 East Norris Drive, Ottawa, IL 61350. If you wish to submit…

To protect the health and safety of residents, staff and the general public during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic:  ALL Housing Authority for LaSalle County (HALC) lobbies are closed. Staff are working, but all contact is now required to be by telephone, fax, postal mail or email. Housing program applications are available at our drop boxes. …

RENT PAYMENT   We have received a number of phone calls regarding rent payment due to the Coronavirus Pandemic.  Rent is still due and payable.  HUD has placed a 120-day moratorium on evictions for non-payment.  This means the Housing Authority will not file a court case until the end of July, however, rent is still…