Newport Housing Authority
375 Alex Street
Newport, TN. 37821
423-623-1575
Email nha@planetc.com

Newport Housing Authority's Mission Statement is:
To serve the citizens of Newport, and Cocke County, Tennessee by:
  • Providing well maintained affordable housing in a safe environment
  • Revitalizing and maintaining neighborhoods
  • Forming effective partnerships to maximize social, educational and economic opportunities

This mission shall be accomplished by fiscally responsible, creative organization committed to excellence in public service.

 

The NHA is a nonprofit government agency charted by the State of Tennessee on November 25, 1960
The NHA owns and operates 383 apartments consisting of one to four bedroom including handicap accessible units
The NHA is federally subsidized agency operating under HUD regulations and federal statues and is an Equal Opportunity agency
The NHA provides rental housing for low-income citizens of Newport and Cocke County, TN.; rent based on income
The NHA offers tenant representation through the Resident Council organization and social and educational programs utilizing VISTA Volunteers
Leon Bryant, Executive Director, has served since January, 1971
The Board is appointed by the Mayor and presently consists of the following members:
Charles S. Runnion, Jr. -Chairman
Clyde E. Driskill, Jr. - Vice-Chairman
Richard G. Harwood
Charlotte J. Mims
Adell S. Davis
Vida Ivy Bell is the NHA Attorney.
The Board meets the third Monday of each month at noon at the main office, 375 Alex Street: all meetings are open to the public.

Newport Housing Authority
375 Alex Street
Newport, TN. 37821
Telephone and TDD 423-623-1575
Fax 423-625-0386
Email nha@planetc.com