Supporting housing opportunities across Las Cruces and Doña Ana County.
The Mesilla Valley Public Housing Authority (MVPHA) assists more than 6,000 residents throughout the City of Las Cruces and Doña Ana County.
MVPHA is one of the largest public housing authorities in New Mexico, operating public housing units and administering Housing Choice Vouchers for eligible individuals and families.
Download Overview Presentation6,000+
Residents Served
$8.5M
Operating Budget
248
Public Housing Units
1,652
Housing Choice Vouchers
Why We Serve
To lead the public effort in providing safe, affordable housing and associated services that create opportunities for eligible individuals and families throughout Las Cruces, Doña Ana County, and Southern New Mexico.
Serving Southern New Mexico Since 1961
Housing Authority Created
The Housing Authority of the City of Las Cruces (HACLC) was established by City Resolution No. CC-HA-1. The organization was created to address local housing needs and provide safe, affordable housing opportunities for residents of Las Cruces.
County Partnership Formed
Doña Ana County contracted with HACLC to provide housing services throughout the county. This partnership expanded affordable housing opportunities and created a more efficient approach to addressing housing needs across the region.
MVPHA Established
The Housing Authority of the City of Las Cruces and the Housing Authority of Doña Ana County officially became the Mesilla Valley Public Housing Authority (MVPHA), reflecting a unified commitment to serving residents throughout the Mesilla Valley region.
Serving the Community
MVPHA is governed by a five-member Board of Commissioners and employs 25 full-time professionals across Public Housing Programs, Accounting, Modernization and Maintenance, Housing Choice Vouchers, and Human Resources/Administration.