Building Affordable Housing in Harrisonburg
The Center for Health and Human Development works to expand access to affordable housing for the lowest income residents of our community.
Our Mission is to build stable, resilient communities by improving access to permanent, affordable housing in Harrisonburg, Virginia. We believe that stable, affordable homes are the foundation for healthier individuals, stronger families, and a more vibrant community.
The City of Harrisonburg’s Comprehensive Housing Survey of 2021 showed that Harrisonburg has a severe housing shortage, most extreme among the lowest income bracket (<30% Annual Median Income).
Together, we can change that. CHHD works with the Harrisonburg community to address the unmet rental housing needs.
What We Do
Our Housing Approach
Serving Those with the Greatest Need
Creating permanent housing for households earning less than 30% of Area Median Income, including individuals lacking access to Federal Housing Programs
Small-scale, Dispersed Housing
Integrating affordable housing in neighborhoods, rather than
concentrating high-needs populations in one location
Innovative and Sustainable Housing Solutions
Building cost-effective housing models so that
permanent housing remains affordable
Housing with Support
Partnering with local organizations to connect residents with services to
enable housing stability