Success comes from stability. At McHenry County Housing Authority, we not only unlock the doors to affordable housing, we provide wraparound services needed in our community to keep people stably housed.
Working with our partners, we address the current and long-term needs of McHenry County residents through a number of programs, including housing, dental care, energy efficiency programs, rental assistance and home repair services.
The section 8 program would not exist without our partner landlords. The Housing Choice Voucher Program and its’ landlords help families afford decent, stable housing, avoid homelessness, and make ends meet.
We exist to assist low-income individuals and families to maintain an affordable, sanitary, and decent living environment, and to provide them with the means to avoid crisis situations and achieve economic independence.
Board Meeting Minutes:
Meeting/Public Notices
Regular Board Meeting-Board of Commissioners – February 23, 2026
Corporate Documents
Income Guidelines for All Programs
EOAA Policy and Complaint Form
Section 8 Administrative Plan (HOTMA compliant)
Public Housing Admission and Continued Occupancy Plan (HOTMA compliant)
Policies/documents out for Public Comment. Public Hearing will be held at the Housing Authority office at 10 A.M. on March 16, 2026. Direct questions to hlyons@mchenrycountyhousing.org or call 815-308-6044: