Mission Statement

The Mission Statement for BRHA

The Bristol Redevelopment and Housing Authority will provide safe, attractive, affordable housing and housing assistance and the opportunity for families and others in need to achieve a higher standard of living.

Revitalization/Homeownership Opportunity!

BRHA

Construction of a new single-family home at 409 West Mary Street is almost complete.  The house is available for purchase and we will be able to show it shortly.  It features 3 bedrooms, 11/2 baths, living room, dining room, front sitting porch, and private backyard.  Special financing is available for qualified working families.  For more information regarding the purchase of this home please call 276 821-6264.

Revitalization activities undertaken by the department include single family home new construction and remodeling, community revitalization projects such as private home exterior painting and fix ups and partner with other local agencies in community building / rehab projects, capital planning activities for the authority’s public housing units, Low Income Housing Tax Credit units, capital assets of the authority, and other revitalization activities.

Procurement of central contracts, supplies, and construction contracts is overseen and administered by the Capital Investments Department.  Please click for a link to current procurement listings. 

Virginia's Second 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.