Fraud is a false representation of a matter of fact--whether by words, conduct, or written statement and is a criminal act. This housing agency is committed to aggressively pursue and prevent fraud among our participants, applicants, and landlords.
You may report fraud activity to Cleburne Housing at 817-645-0937 or the HUD Office of Inspector General Hotline at 800-347-3735.
Examples of Fraud
Unauthorized occupants living in the unit without approval from CHA;
Participant/family has unreported income;
Participant/family has provided false documents/statements to CHA;
Participant/family subleases part or all of the unit;
Participant/family owns or has interest in the unit;
Landlord collects additional payments from the family not agreed upon in the lease;
Landlord knowingly accepts rental payments from CHA for a vacant unit;
Bribery / kickbacks;
Theft or embezzlement;
Forgery or alteration of documents;
Destruction or concealment of records / documents;
Consequences of Fraud
Eviction
Required to repay overpaid rental assistance
Fined up to $10,000
Imprisonment up to five years
Prohibited from receiving future rental assistance