Mission
"Providing decent, safe, affordable housing while enhancing the quality of life for economically challenged individuals."
NOTE: If you need assistance accessing any of the documents on this page, please contact Vanessa Baker-Latimer, Housing Coordinator at: vanessa.bakerlatimer@cityofames.org
What’s New
Substantial Amendment to the 2025-26 Annual Action Plan
Click here to view the proposed Public Improvements Water Main Replacement Project(PDF, 970KB)
CDBG and HOME Programs
The Housing Division will be responsible for, but not limited to, the administration of the:
Community Development Block Grant Programs (CDBG)
The Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program
The City of Ames no longer administers the Section 8 Program. The program for the city limits of Ames is now being administered by the Central Iowa Regional Housing Authority (CIRHA). See their website or contact their office at 515-986-1882, ext. 20. CIRHA is located at 1201 Gateway Drive, Grimes, IA 50111.
Housing Discrimination
If you feel that you have been discriminated against, you may file a discrimination complaint by visiting any of the following links: