Newport Housing Authority

The Newport Housing Authority has 400 units in eight apartment complexes that it rents out to eligible low-income residents. Some are family units, and others are for the elderly/disabled. Rent, which is based on income levels, includes all utilities. Maintenance is also provided free-of-charge.

The main NHA office, where applications for housing can be picked up, is located at 440 Lennon Circle. Each

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applicant must provide an original driver’s licenses, birth certificate, and Social Security card. For every child, a birth certificate and Social Security card or documentation that these have been applied for must be provided.

The phone number for the office is (423) 623-1575.

The 400 units are located on 12 streets scattered in different locations within Newport’s city limits.

The Newport Housing Authority enforces a zero drug tolerance policy, according to Walter Cole.

Cole became the Executive Director in 2018, replacing Dr. Charlie Boggan, who retired after seven years.