In 2000, as part of a continuing effort to address these housing needs, the Board of Commissioners of Wasatch County created the Wasatch County Housing Authority. Its purpose is to address the need for affordable housing the incorporated and unincorporated areas of the County. As provided in the Utah Housing Authority Act, the Wasatch County Housing Authority is governed by a Board of Commissioners consisting of seven members appointed by the governing body of Wasatch County. Of the seven Commissioners, two will be selected from nominees selected by the Heber City Council, one from nominees selected by the Midway City Council, and one from nominees from private, non-profit, 501(c)(3) organizations active in addressing housing issues in Wasatch County.

Another element of the Authority’s work provides support for existing private/non-profit organizations such as Habitat for Humanity’s and Self-Help Homes that help county citizens with affordable housing. Such support could include: staff support, program co-ordination, fund raising assistance, and publicity. 

Last, the Authority is involved in helping obtain and/or provide low-income housing to senior citizens. Previous projects include the Prestige I & Prestige II affordable senior housing located in Heber City.