Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority
This page includes links to our most recent news releases. Additionally we have current agency information on our community updates, St. Paul’s Area Transformation and public housing neighborhoods pages.
All media inquiries should be directed to the Vice President of Communications and Intergovernmental Relation, Leha Byrd, at lbyrd@nrha.us.
The Rights of Requestors and the Responsibilities of NRHA under the Virginia Freedom of Information Act guarantees citizens of the Commonwealth and representatives of the media access to public records held by public bodies, public officials, and public employees. You may request records by U.S. Mail, fax, email, in person, or over the phone.
When making a request, be sure to identify the records you are seeking with “reasonable specificity.” To request records from NRHA, direct your inquiry to the address and telephone number below.
FOIA Coordinator
Norfolk Redevelopment & Housing Authority
P.O. Box 968
Norfolk, VA 23501-0968
Phone: 757-314-1643
Fax: 757-314-2105
You may also contact us with questions you have concerning requesting records from NRHA. In addition, the Freedom of Information Advisory Council is available to answer any questions you may have about FOIA. The Council may be contacted by email at foiacouncil@leg.state.va.us or by phone at 804-225-3056 or toll free at 1-866-448- 4100.
Find more information on NRHA’s FOIA policy on our Plans, Policies and Disclaimers page.
The Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority (NRHA) will close all offices on Friday, July 3, 2026 for Independence Day observance. Please contact emergency maintenance if problems arise inside or outside your unit. NRHA residents can still submit work orders and pay rent online via Rent Cafe. NRHA will resume normal...
Norfolk, VA. (Friday, June 26, 2026) – For Aisha Durham, a Professor of Communication at the University of South Florida and a Fulbright-Hays Fellow, success has never been a solo journey. Durham, who grew up in Diggs Town, was supported by neighbors, family and the Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority (NRHA) during...
Norfolk, VA. (Thursday, June 25, 2026) – Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority (NRHA) has been awarded $1 million through the Build America Bureau’s Innovative Finance and Asset Concession Program (IFAC) Expert Services Cooperative Agreement funding. IFAC empowers America’s builders to explore innovative financing and public-private partnerships opportunities for infrastructure projects eligible for Transportation...
Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority (NRHA) offices will be closed June 19 in observance of Juneteenth! You can still access online services and submit requests through the resident portal. Normal business hours will resume Monday, June 22. Juneteenth marks the end of slavery in the United States and recognizes progress...
Norfolk, VA. (Thursday, June 11, 2026) – As summer approaches, the Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority (NRHA) is rolling out a wide-ranging Youth Summer Schedule designed to keep young residents engaged, active and learning beyond the classroom. From college tours and swimming lessons to daily meals and mentorship opportunities, the Youth Services...
Norfolk, VA. (Friday, May 29, 2026) – As housing affordability challenges continue to impact families across the nation, Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority (NRHA), alongside a coalition of community partners, is taking bold action to help residents unlock pathways to homeownership, wealth creation and generational legacy. NRHA will host its second...
NRHA to Hold Public Hearing on Capital Plan Program Grant Norfolk, VA (Thursday, May 28, 2026) – The Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority (NRHA) Board of Commissioners (BOC) will hold an in-person public hearing, in conjunction with the regular BOC meeting, on Thursday, July 16, 2026. The purpose of this...
Norfolk, VA. (Wednesday, May 27, 2026) – For the second consecutive year, some of the 757’s most well-known sports and coaching legends will be part of the Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority (NRHA) Youth Empowerment Through Sports (YES) program at the Southside STEM Academy at Campostella. The event is Friday,...
Norfolk, VA (May 18, 2026) – The Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority (NRHA) Board of Commissioners will convene a special meeting at 9 a.m., Thursday, May 21, at the agency’s headquarters, 555 E. Main St., on the 16th floor. The meeting’s sole agenda item is a resolution authorizing NRHA Interim Executive Director,...
