Founded in 1938

Virginia's 2nd Oldest Redevelopment and Housing Authority

Founded in 1938, BRHA is Virginia's second oldest redevelopment and housing authority.  BRHA is governed by a five-member Board of Commissioners which is appointed by the mayor of the City of Bristol Virginia.  In addition to creating governing policy, the Board outlines BRHA's long-term goals.  the Board also employs an Executive Director to manage daily operations.

Bristol Redevelopment and Housing is the designated public housing agency in the City of Bristol.  BRHA currently owns and operates 401 conventional public housing units located in six developments.  Our agency administers 254 Housing Choice Vouchers.