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1. How can I find out more about local housing?

Read more about housing programs and projects - and leadership - in the following housing articles from the City's bi-monthly newsletter, Madison Matters!

City-Wide Housing Inventory
Senior Housing
House Watching
TDRs Innovative Planning
DURA Expanded
CHIPping-In for Better Housing

2. Is there help if I want to buy a home?

Yes. Georgia's Department of Community Affairs (DCA) operates the Georgia Dream Homeownership Program, which provides first mortgage loans, down payment assistance, and home buyer education to eligible home buyers. There are also Federal Housing Administration Loans, and others. See our site here for more First Time Homebuyers Resources 

Visit Georgia Dream

3. What can I do if my landlord fails to address a problem?

First, share your concern in writing with your landlord. Second, file a complaint because the City can address some items (link below). Third, visit the Quick Links on our Housing Home Page to connect to Georgia's Department of Community Affairs (DCA) publication, Georgia Landlord Tenant Handbook.

Madison Tenant Complaint Form

4. Where can I find affordable housing to rent?

There is an online database of affordable rental housing opportunities maintained by Georgia's Department of Community Affairs (DCA). Click on "Find a Place to Rent". Scroll down to Morgan County. Select Madison.
Visit Georgia Housing Search

5. What are my rights as a tenant and/or landlord?

Want to know more about the shared responsibilities of rental housing... 

Georgia Landlord-Tenant Handbook

6. I may have been unfairly denied housing. Where do I file a fair housing complaint?

If you believe you have experienced discrimination in housing, the Georgia Commission on Equal Opportunity | Fair Housing Division (FHD) has an online complaint form. Fair Housing Complaint Form

Visit Fair Housing Division