The Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority (FCRHA) and the Fairfax County Continuum of Care (CoC) were recently highlighted in a national publication of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. 

Emergency Housing Voucher Success Stories highlights the personal journeys and success stories of two Fairfax County residents who are receiving federal rental assistance through Emergency Housing Vouchers. The story describes the importance of partnerships between the FCRHA, CoC, the Fairfax County Department of Housing and Community Development and nonprofit organizations — as well as the perseverance of the residents. Fairfax County and the FCRHA’s commitment to equity is also highlighted in the article, noting the importance of One Fairfax and how this was used as a foundation to equitably assist households. 

“We at HCD are thrilled by the progress Carl and Harold, and many others facing similar challenges, are making with the help of our EHV program,” said Tom Fleetwood, director, Fairfax County Department of Housing and Community Development. “The bravery of our program participants, coupled with the compassion and creativity of our staff, are producing results of which we can all be proud,” 

Guided by our strategic plan, the county’s work with these residents shows our commitment to providing reasonably priced housing and healthy, livable communities for the residents of Fairfax County.

Read more about Carl and Harold and their stories of securing permanent housing.