Sanford Housing Authority

What Sanford Housing Authority does

Sanford Housing Authority (SHA) is a HUD-regulated public housing authority established in 1961 and headquartered in Sanford, North Carolina. It serves very low-income families, seniors (55+/62+), veterans, and vulnerable populations across the City of Sanford, Lee County, and select Harnett County communities through a portfolio of federal housing programs: traditional Public Housing units, the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV/Section 8) program, the Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) program for converting public housing to project-based Section 8, HUD-VASH for homeless veterans, the Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) program, and a Homeownership program. The agency operates 266 public housing units under an active repositioning study estimating $48M in reinvestment needs, and has recently completed a major digital transformation including the ClearGov financial transparency platform, Reframe Assist housing software replacing legacy SACS, a redesigned mobile-responsive website, and a new mobile application launched in April 2026.

Revenue is derived from federal HUD subsidies (Operating Subsidy, Housing Assistance Payments, HCV Administrative Fees), competitive grants (Jobs Plus, ROSS, FSS), and tenant rents set at 30% of adjusted gross income per HUD guidelines. The authority operates two wholly-owned affiliates: Central Carolina Strategic Developers (CCSD), a 2017 nonprofit for affordable housing development in Lee and Harnett Counties, and Central Carolina Housing Solutions (CCHS), a 2025 LLC providing professional property management services for SHA and CCSD-owned assets. Under CEO Dr. Michael C. Threatt (December 2024 - April 2026), SHA executed a HUD Recovery Agreement to exit Troubled Status, improved REAC/NSPIRE inspection scores by 30-65 points across properties, eliminated $400,000+ in delinquent obligations, and grew its certified professional workforce from 7 to 16 under a Roadmap 2030 strategic plan.

Name

Sanford Housing Authority

Legal name

Sanford Housing Authority

Website

https://sha-nc.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1961

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Sanford Housing Authority is a HUD-regulated public housing authority serving Sanford, Lee County, and Harnett County, North Carolina. It administers Public Housing, Housing Choice Vouchers, RAD, HUD-VASH, FSS, and Homeownership programs for very low-income families, seniors, veterans, and vulnerable populations, with operations supported by ClearGov and Reframe Assist software platforms.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Public Housing Services

NAICS

Residential Property Managers (531311), Lessors of Residential Buildings and Dwellings (53111), Continuing Care Retirement Communities and Assisted Living Facilities for the Elderly (62331)

SIC

Operators Of Apartment Buildings (6513), Real Estate Agents & Managers (For Others) (6531), Real Estate Operators (No Developers) & Lessors (6510)

akta.pro primary industry

Public & Affordable Housing Programs (Subsidies, Vouchers, Public Housing) (BPAIANAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Affordable & Subsidized Housing Property Management (LIHTC, Section 8) (BPAJAFAD), Housing Voucher & Rental Assistance Programs (Tenant-Based/Project-Based) (FSALAKAI), Affordable & Public Housing Asset Management (BPAJAMAI), Affordable Housing & Community Development (Housing, Community Land Trusts) (BPAGALAC)

Keywords

• Affordable housing programs
• Housing choice vouchers
• Public housing management
• Resident support services
• Veteran housing assistance

Headquarters

HQ city

Sanford

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. HUD Operating Subsidy: Federal funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for public housing operations, maintenance, and capital improvements
2. HUD Housing Assistance Payments: Federal subsidies for Housing Choice Voucher program serving low-income families
3. HCV Administrative Fees: HUD provides administrative fees to PHAs for administering the HCV program, which can be used for landlord incentives, tenant assistance, and staffing
4. Resident Services Grants: Grant funding including FSS grants ($148,624), ROSS grants ($272,250), and Jobs Plus grants ($1.6 million) for resident empowerment programs

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Sanford Housing Authority is a HUD-regulated public housing authority that directly owns and operates affordable rental housing units and administers the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) program for very low-income families, seniors, veterans, and vulnerable populations in Sanford, Lee County, and Harnett County, North Carolina. The authority provides traditional Public Housing, RAD-converted project-based units, HUD-VASH veterans vouchers, the Family Self-Sufficiency program for resident economic mobility, and an HCV Homeownership pathway, supplemented by resident services including workforce development, financial literacy, and public safety initiatives.

Product overview

Sanford Housing Authority (SHA) is a public housing authority serving Sanford and Lee County in North Carolina, offering a portfolio of housing programs and supportive services. Its core products include traditional Public Housing units, the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV/Section 8) Program, the Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) Program for converting public housing to project-based vouchers, HUD-VASH for veteran housing, the Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) Program for resident economic mobility, and a Homeownership Program. SHA also operates two affiliated entities: Central Carolina Strategic Developers (CCSD), a nonprofit development affiliate created in 2017, and Central Carolina Housing Solutions (CCHS), an LLC property management affiliate created in 2025. The agency has pursued a Digital Transformation Initiative including a redesigned website, a mobile application launched in April 2026, the ClearGov financial transparency platform, and the Reframe Assist housing software system. Additional community-facing programs include the Money Moves homeownership education initiative and the Justice Bus Tour community education program. The overall architecture is a platform of interconnected programs supported by digital tools, with CCSD and CCHS serving as development and property management extensions respectively.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Public Housing Traditional public housing program providing affordable rental housing units managed directly by SHA across multiple properties including Linden Heights, Utley Plaza, Stewart Manor, Harris Court, and Foushee Heights for very low-income families and individuals.
• Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program Section 8 tenant-based rental assistance program enabling low-income families to lease privately owned housing in Sanford and Lee County, with voucher holders choosing available dwellings meeting program requirements; administered by SHA with private landlord participation.
• RAD Program (Rental Assistance Demonstration) Conversion program that transitions public housing units to project-based Section 8 contracts, enabling access to private capital for rehabilitation and long-term preservation of affordable housing, operated at SHA properties including Matthews Court.
• HUD-Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH) Combined housing and clinical services program pairing Housing Choice Vouchers with case management and clinical services for homeless veterans, operated by SHA in partnership with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
• Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) Program Five-year HUD-supported program helping HCV and public housing residents increase income, build financial assets, and reduce reliance on public assistance through personalized case management and escrow accounts, with first graduate in over five years (Latora McNeill) completing the HUD-approved Homebuyer Education Course.
• Homeownership Program Program enabling HCV participants to transition from rental subsidy to homeownership, providing guidance on purchasing homes using their voucher as a financing bridge, supported by Brick Capital CDC's HUD-approved Homebuyer Education Course.
• Central Carolina Strategic Developers (CCSD) Nonprofit development affiliate of SHA that facilitates preservation and development of affordable housing for families in Lee and Harnett Counties by partnering with public and private stakeholders to develop high-quality housing; wholly owned subsidiary.
• Central Carolina Housing Solutions (CCHS) Limited liability company affiliate of SHA providing professional property management services for housing or commercial assets owned by SHA or its nonprofit development affiliate CCSD; wholly owned subsidiary focused on operational excellence and regulatory compliance.
• SHA Mobile Application Mobile application on iOS and Android for residents, landlords, and community stakeholders providing real-time announcements, emergency notifications, housing program updates, documents, agency information, event details, and department contact access.

Quantifiable outcome

• AMP 1 inspection scores improved from REAC 49 in 2022 to NSPIRE 81 in 2025
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

21 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Gans & GansminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 29 June 2026HR/employment consulting firm meeting with SHA Board of Commissioners to discuss HR and employment-related matters.
• Dominion Due Diligence Group (DG3)coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 13 April 2026Conducted comprehensive Public Housing Repositioning Study evaluating physical condition, environmental constraints, financial feasibility, and long-term sustainability of SHA's remaining public housing portfolio.
• NOBLE ENC ChapterminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 January 2026National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives Eastern North Carolina Chapter leading the 2026 Faith & Blue Initiative in Sanford, with SHA as co-host.
• Encompliance Consulting, LLCminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 April 2025Conducted comprehensive compliance assessment of the entire HCV Program, identifying lack of centralized landlord files and compliance risks.
• Central Carolina Housing Solutions (CCHS)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025LLC affiliate of SHA created in 2025 to provide professional property management services for housing or commercial assets owned by SHA or its nonprofit development affiliate CCSD.
• ClearGovcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 December 2024Financial transparency software platform providing real-time budget visibility, public-facing dashboards, and enhanced accountability to HUD, residents and stakeholders.
• Reframe AssistcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 December 2024Housing software replacing SACS for inspections, payments, landlord portal, and 1099s. Part of SHA's digital transformation initiative.
• Central Carolina Strategic Developers (CCSD)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2017Nonprofit development affiliate of SHA created in 2017 to facilitate preservation and development of affordable housing for families in Lee and Harnett Counties. Partners with public and private stakeholders to develop high-quality housing.
• BDO PHA FinancecoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerNationally recognized fee accountant that reengaged with SHA after Dr. Threatt improved transparency and governance. Provides technical capacity and compliance support.
• CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA)minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerConducted forensic audit; portions could not be completed due to data gaps from prior Yardi software exit and flood-related administrative relocation.
• Premier Contracting ProfessionalscoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerOutsourced maintenance operations partner implementing NSPIRE-aligned inspection protocols. Also implemented immediate stabilization measures for sinkholes at Linden Heights.
• NAACP Sanford-Lee County BranchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partnership for empowerment programs including Justice Bus Tour, homeownership education, and educational advocacy initiatives.
• NC WorkscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWorkforce development partner supporting economic mobility hubs and employment services for residents.
• Central Carolina Community CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducational partner offering workforce training programs including BioWork certificate and other educational opportunities for residents.
• Fidelity BankcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFinancial partner for homeownership pathways, working with SHA to strengthen homeownership options for HCV residents.
• Brick Capital CDCcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity Development Corporation providing HUD-approved Homebuyer Education Courses and supporting homeownership programs.
• Habitat for Humanity of the Sanford AreacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHabitat partner for homeownership pathways, strengthening access to affordable homeownership for SHA residents.
• Trillium Health ResourcesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealth partner providing mental health resources and wellness support through economic mobility hubs.
• The Place to HealminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner hosting events including Community Penny Fair and supporting resident services.
• Partnerships for Children & FamiliesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSocial services partner supporting families through economic mobility initiatives.
• Life Springs Dream & Restoration CenterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner providing support services for residents.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Atlanta Housing Authority: Large regional PHA operating a much broader portfolio including HCV, RAD, mixed-finance, and affordable housing development. Useful comparable for SHA's longer-term CCSD development affiliate ambitions and broader portfolio diversification.

Direct peers

• High Point Housing Authority: Mid-size NC PHA administering similar public housing, HCV, and resident self-sufficiency programs. Comparable in scale, federal program mix, and NC regulatory context.
• Wilmington Housing Authority: NC coastal PHA administering HUD-funded housing programs. Comparable in administering HCV/Section 8, RAD conversions, and similar public housing portfolio to SHA.
• Charlotte Housing Authority (CHA): Largest public housing authority in North Carolina, administering similar HUD-funded programs (public housing, HCV, RAD) in Charlotte-Mecklenburg. Comparable regulatory environment and program mix within NC.
• Greensboro Housing Authority: NC-based PHA operating public housing units and HCV programs across Greensboro. Direct regional peer sharing the same federal HUD funding mechanisms and oversight regime.
• Raleigh Housing Authority: Public housing authority serving Raleigh/Wake County, NC, administering federal public housing and HCV programs. Direct NC peer with overlapping program structures and HUD oversight model.
• Dothan Housing Authority: Public housing authority in Dothan, Alabama where SHA's prior CEO served as COO. Both PHAs administer HCV, public housing, and FSS programs with similar resident demographics and operational scale.
• Durham Housing Authority: North Carolina PHA administering public housing, HCV, and supportive services in Durham. Comparable in HUD regulatory framework, NC jurisdictional context, and resident services program emphasis.
• Winston-Salem Housing Authority: Mid-size NC PHA operating public housing, HCV, and resident services programs. Comparable organizational scale, HUD oversight posture, and resident demographics in another NC urban market.

Regional players

• Fayetteville Metropolitan Housing Authority: Regional PHA serving Fayetteville and surrounding Cumberland County, NC. Geographically proximate to Lee/Harnett Counties served by SHA, with similar mid-size market scale and federal program mix.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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