Public Housing is a government subsidized program designed to assist communities in providing decent, safe and sanitary housing for families of low to moderate income. Assisted homes are modest in size and appearance, but provide a level of dignity for resident families. Public housing can be an important step toward self-sufficiency. It also provides an opportunity for senior citizens and disabled individuals to live independently. HABD owns and manages 14 developments consisting of more than 4,000 public housing units in the Birmingham Metropolitan Area. The program is funded through the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). HABD owns and manages 14 developments consisting of more than 4,000 public housing units in the Birmingham Metropolitan Area. The program is funded through the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)