Company Profile
Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles
Company Overview
The Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles (HACLA) is a state-chartered public agency. It provides the largest stock of affordable housing in Los Angeles and is one of the nation's leading public housing authorities. It is also one of the oldest, providing quality housing options and supportive services to the citizens of Los Angeles since 1938.
HACLA's annual budget is more than $ 1 billion. Its funds come from five main sources: HUD's annual operating subsidy, HUD's annual Capital Fund, Section 8 administrative fees, rent from public housing residents plus other program and capital grants from various sources. HACLA continues to explore alternative funding sources and has built numerous key partnerships with City and State agencies, nonprofit foundations, community-based organizations and private developers.
Internal Control / Fraud
Mission Statement
The Office of Internal Control is an investigative entity charged with promoting integrity, efficiency and effectiveness of the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles’ programs and operations. This includes preventing, detecting and prosecuting waste, fraud and abuse. With the assistance of anonymous tips and fraud referrals, the Office of Internal Control aims to effectively fulfill its mission.