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1. What is the Housing Authority?

The Housing Authority is an entity of the City of Phillipsburg which operates Westview Homes.

2. What is Westview Homes?

Westview Homes is a low-income apartment complex that has 41 units and is located at 302 West F Street in Phillipsburg.

3. Who is eligible to live here?

Anyone is eligible to apply for housing however elderly, disabled, or displaced people have preference.

4. How much is the apartment rent?

Rent is based on income, which figures out to roughly 30% of the person’s income. Elderly and disabled are allowed to deduct part of their medical expenses.

5. What size are the apartments?

There are four sizes of apartments at Westview Homes. The efficiency apartments are approximately 422 square feet. The one bedroom apartments (built in 1972) are approximately 544 square feet. The one bedroom apartments (built in 1982) are 792 square feet and the 2 bedroom apartments are 750 square feet.

6. Are pets allowed?

One small pet is allowed with a pet deposit.

7. Is building maintenance and lawn care provided?

All maintenance, snow removal, and lawn care is provided.

8. Is there a community room that can be used for gatherings of family / friends?

Yes, a community room / kitchen is available for rent to the public.

9. Are there activities at Westview Homes?

Westview Homes has the Phillips County Health Department lead exercises on Tuesday and Thursday in the community room.

10. How can I get more information?

You can call the Westview Homes office at (785) 543-5921.