Santa Rita Courts, the first public housing project in the country under the U.S. Housing Act of 1937, has been home to low-income residents in East Austin since 1939. While innovative when it first opened, the 84-year-old buildings have not kept pace with modern needs: the cinder block walls lack insulation, spaces do not accommodate persons with disabilities, and units have no central air conditioning or heating.

The Housing Authority of the City of Austin (HACA) has plans to redevelop Santa Rita Courts. We rely on a strong connection with residents, neighbors, and community members to guide our planning to ensure we continue to help people on their journey to self-sufficiency.

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