Community Assistance Division
The Community Assistance Division empowers Oʻahu residents by expanding access to safe, stable, and affordable housing. Through a range of programs, CAD supports low- and moderate-income families at every stage of their housing journey, helping them build stability, preserve their homes, and invest in their future.
RENTAL ASSISTANCE BRANCH 🔷 REHABILITATION LOAN BRANCH
Qualifying low-income families are eligible for subsidized rent in a rental unit of their choice from a participating landlord. Click here to learn more.
Application dates are announced in the daily newspaper, online and by the news media. Click here to learn more.
Family Self-Sufficiency Program assists participants to increase their earned income, build financial capability, and much more. Click here to learn more.
Family Unification Program serves youth at least 18 years old and not more than 24 years old who left foster care at age 16 or older and are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Click here to learn more.
Moderate Rehabilitation Program helps property owners keep their units occupied. Click here to learn more.
Qualifying low-income families are eligible for a $40,000 2nd mortgage loan with a 0% interest rate and a 20-year fixed payment term to help finance their home purchase. Click here to learn more.
Qualifying low- and moderate-income families are eligible for a home repair loan at 0% interest and a 20-year term. PLEASE NOTE: The City Rehabilitation Loan Program is not suitable for emergency repairs and/or remodeling upgrades. Due to current Federal, State, and City regulations to obtain loan approval, such as State Historic Preservation approval for any renovation work, the total processing time for a loan application is at least a year or longer. After loan approval, a building permit must be obtained. Click here to learn more.
Find out if you qualify for a Low-Income Transit Fare! Click here for more info.
The Rental Assistance Branch offices in Kapolei Hale and 842 Bethel Street, as well as the Rehabilitation Loan Branch at 51 Merchant Street, are all open to the public.
Resources
Calendar of Events
Seminars for Renters and Owners
Forms
Tenants, Landlords, Families, Rental Packet
Plans & Rules
Public Housing Agency Plans, Administrative Plans & Rules
Title VI
Title VI (Civil Rights) Complaint Form
Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program
Contact HCV Staff
Rehabilitation Loan
Contact Rehabilitation Loan Staff
Fraud/Compliance
Fraud/Compliance Information and Report Form
Other
Other Helpful Resources & Websites
Announcements
Housing Opportunities
Through Modernization Act of 2016 (HOTMA)
HOTMA implementation is underway in a gradual rollout to streamline processes and reduce burdens on participants and housing providers. US Department of Housing and Urban Development provides information and resources: (Click Here)
Elevated Blood Lead Levels in Children
Learn more about lead exposure in the home and the dangers to young children. Find out about ways to reduce the risk of harmful lead exposure, when you should get your children tested, and more.
- Learn more about children and lead levels from US Department of Housing and Urban Development: (Click Here)
- Protect your family from lead in your home: (Click Here)
- Keep your Keiki lead-free: (Click Here)
Language Access Plan
Department of Community Services is committed to a policy of non-discrimination in the delivery of programs, services, and activities to Limited English Proficiency (LEP) persons. We provide language access and compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Chapter 321C, Hawaii Revised Statutes, the City’s Administrative Directive 420, and all other applicable legal mandates and requirements. The primary goal of this policy is to communicate effectively with LEP individuals in languages other than English and provide meaningful language access to programs, services, and activities provided by the City and County of Honolulu. Click Here to view the plan.
Low-Income Transit Pass Program
The City and County of Honolulu is accepting applications for its Low Income Transit Fare Program from income eligible households. Only applicants that meet program requirements will be approved. Click here to learn more and apply.