Request for Alterations

Housing Department

Tenants must not make any alterations, decorate, install or alter fixtures on the interior or exterior of their unit, ie. paint or install ceiling fans, without first obtaining written approval from the Housing Department. The Housing Department will advise tenants in writing whether the request is approved or denied. Tenants are responsible for the cost of all alterations including removing.

Any alterations made by a tenant without prior written approval from the Housing Department will result in the Housing Department restoring the unit to its original condition and charging back all costs incurred to the tenant.

Any alterations to a unit must be removed when the tenant vacates the unit.

Any approved alterations must meet all health, safety, and other standards required by law. Some public housing units were constructed during a period when asbestos and other designated substances were used, which may be harmful to your health if disturbed. Some work requested may be required to be completed by a certified contractor who is trained in working with these materials. If this is required, the Maintenance Department will take this into consideration as a part of this request and will provide you with a quote of the cost of alterations; the cost of hiring a contractor will be charged back to you.

Requests will be reviewed and processed within 5 business days.