Families · Public Housing

Current Public Housing Family

Welcome home. Find everything you need to manage your residency — from the Yardi resident portal to maintenance requests, recertification, and community-specific updates.

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Welcome

Your residency at a glance

As an EBRPHA public housing resident, you have access to a range of tools, support services, and community resources designed to make your home life easier and your community stronger.

This page is your hub — log into the Yardi portal to manage your account, find community-specific contacts and updates, and access the forms and processes you need most.

  • Manage your rent and account through the Yardi resident portal
  • Submit maintenance requests and track their status
  • Complete your annual recertification to maintain your housing
  • Connect with your on-site community manager for support
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Key tools

Yardi resident portal

The Yardi portal is your primary account tool as a public housing resident. Log in to pay rent, submit maintenance requests, upload documents, and stay up to date on your account.

Access the resident portal

Log in to your Yardi account to manage your tenancy.

Rent

Pay rent online

Make rent payments and view your payment history and current balance through the Yardi portal.

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Maintenance

Submit a work order

Report maintenance issues in your unit or common areas and track the status of open requests.

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Documents

Upload documents

Submit recertification paperwork, income verification, and household change forms through the portal.

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Processes

Key processes for residents

The most important workflows you'll need to manage as a public housing resident.

01

Paying rent

Rent is due on the 1st of each month. Pay through the Yardi portal, by money order, or in person at the EBRPHA office. Late fees may apply after the 5th.

02

Requesting maintenance

Submit non-emergency work orders through the Yardi portal or by contacting your community manager. For emergency repairs, call the EBRPHA main line immediately.

03

Annual recertification

Each year, confirm your household income and composition to keep your housing assistance accurate. EBRPHA will contact you with your recertification date and required documents.

04

Requesting a transfer

Need to move to a different EBRPHA community? Submit a transfer request to EBRPHA. Transfers are based on unit availability and program policy.

Your obligations

Resident rights & responsibilities

Maintaining your housing means meeting your obligations under your lease and EBRPHA's policies. Here's what's expected — and what you can count on from us.

  • Pay rent on time every month
  • Keep your unit clean and in good condition
  • Report income and household changes promptly
  • Complete annual recertification by the deadline
  • Follow community rules and respect your neighbors
  • Do not allow unauthorized occupants
Your rights

What you can expect from EBRPHA

  • Safe, well-maintained housing and common areas
  • Timely response to maintenance requests
  • On-site managers available to support you
  • Access to grievance procedures if you disagree with a decision
Forms & documents

Resident forms & policies

Key documents for public housing residents. Find the full library on the Resources page.

Recertification

Annual recertification packet

Income verification forms and instructions for your yearly renewal.

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Maintenance

Work order request form

Use this form if you need to submit a maintenance request outside of the Yardi portal.

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Policy

Resident lease & house rules

Your lease agreement and community rules governing your tenancy.

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FAQ

Resident questions

Common questions from current public housing residents.

Contact your manager

For emergency maintenance — such as no heat, flooding, or a gas leak — call the EBRPHA main office immediately. For non-emergencies, submit a work order through the Yardi portal or contact your community manager.

Report any changes in income or household size to EBRPHA as soon as they happen. Changes affect your rent calculation, and unreported changes may result in repayment or other consequences.

You must request approval from EBRPHA before adding any person to your household. Unauthorized occupants are a lease violation and can put your housing at risk. Submit a household change request through the portal or contact your manager.

Submit a transfer request to EBRPHA in writing. Transfers are based on unit availability and program policy. Contact your community manager or the EBRPHA main office to start the process.

Missing your recertification deadline can result in termination of your housing assistance. If you're having trouble completing the process on time, contact EBRPHA as early as possible — we can often help you avoid a lapse in housing.