The Military Housing Office (MHO) is ready to support you in the transition to your new home and community. Use the resources provided to become familiar with the housing options and support services available to you. When you arrive at Whiteman AFB MO, you must visit the MHO to receive counseling and guidance before entering into any written lease or rental/sales contract for housing.
At Whiteman AFB, military family housing is privatized. Balfour Beatty Communities owns the family housing and is responsible for maintaining, repairing, constructing and managing the community. In addition to your option to purchase and rent housing in the local community, you now may choose to live in privatized housing by signing a tenant lease agreement with Balfour Beatty Communities. For comprehensive information about the privatized housing community at Whiteman AFB, visit the Balfour Beatty Communities website. The website provides information you need to know about the homes and amenities available in the privatized housing community. Applying for Privatized Housing Contact the MHO as soon as you know you are moving to Whiteman AFB. The government housing team will provide you the latest information about privatized housing and details about the application process. The MHO will also update you on any base specific policies regarding residing in privatized housing.
To view and download the application for assignment to housing, click here.
In addition to the application for military, government-managed and privatized housing, all applicants must attach a completed AF-4422 Sex Offender Disclosure and Acknowledgement to their application. Community Amenities Privatized housing is comparable to housing in the local community and provides a wide variety of amenities and support services. Community features such as playgrounds and tot lots, fitness center, swimming pool, bowling, and base theater are just some of the amenities you will find at Balfour Beatty Communities. As a resident of privatized housing, contact the Property Management Office to obtain more specific information on the services available at your location. Paying Rent for Privatized Housing Similar to living in the local community, you will sign a tenant lease agreement, typically for a one-year term. Your lease includes a military clause and a lease termination clause. You pay your monthly rent by authorizing an allotment of your BAH that is paid directly to the Property Manager. If your move occurs prior to the allotment start date, then you will need to pay the pro-rated rent directly to the Property Manager. The Tenant Lease Agreement spells out all relevant rent payment terms and conditions. Gas and Electric Utilities At this location, homes in the community are not metered and your rent will include these utility costs, up to your full BAH amount. For more information about your utilities, please contact the Property Management Office. Personal Property Insurance You need to obtain legal liability and personal property insurance for your possessions and should choose the options and amounts that best fit your needs and lifestyle. Before purchasing your insurance, please consult the Property Management Office for more information about coverage.
At Whiteman AFB we strive to create an inclusive environment that cultivates the development and training of Airmen. The Air Force recognizes that the management of Unaccompanied Housing (UH) facilities is critical to an Airman's development process. UH is a personal residence and we strive to provide a modern, functional, well maintained and comfortable home, as well as promote pride, professionalism and personal dignity. UH is provided for unaccompanied Airmen in the ranks of E-1 to E-3 and E-4 with less than 3 years of service. Each Airman is provided a private sleeping room, furnishings, bed linens and supplies required for comfortable living. (Room arrangements may vary depending on location) Unaccompanied Airmen in the rank of E-4 with greater than 3 years of service and above will move into housing in the local community. Please refer to the Housing in the Local Community section for information and assistance on securing housing. The permanent party UH campus at Whiteman AFB consists of five 2 + 2, private room facilities that have an average of 120-125 Airman in each facility. Amenities include free WiFi in the first floor common area of each facility along with cable T.V. and a variety of vending machines. We also provide entertainment equipment such as pool tables, card tables and BBQ grills for the residents use. There is a Recreation Room in each dorm for resident use that has a kitchen, T.V., and other MWR items free to use. The Central Dorm Management Office also carries a variety of electronic gaming equipment for the residents to sign-out at their leisure. We have an outdoor common area that provides a volleyball court, grills, restrooms and a pavilion that is accessible year-round. Restrictions at Whiteman AFB include: No smoking in the facilities or overnight guest(s) in the rooms. Cohabitation is also not permitted. Due to our limited space we do not have storage for personal items such as furniture and do not allow residents to remove government provided dorm furniture to use personally-owned furniture in their room. Pets are not allowed with the exception of fish. The tanks must be kept neat and clean. Base-Specific Policy During your orientation, the ADL or UH Management Office representative will inform you of all Air Force and base-specific policies. UH Management Office Staff The UH Management Office is staffed with professionals that can assist with all of your housing needs. Staffs vary but can be comprised of non-commissioned officers (NCO), Senior NCOs and some bases have civilian employees. The assigned military are Airman Dormitory Leaders (ADL). These members are highly motivated personnel dedicated to ensuring that residents receive quality service. ADLs will provide you guidance and advice on UH life as well as mentor you on succeeding in the Air Force. Assignment Procedures As soon as you are notified of your assignment, contact your gaining unit and request to be assigned a sponsor. Your sponsor will be another military member assigned to your unit and will assist with your move. The sponsor or gaining unit must then contact the UH Management Office to notify them of your impending arrival date and work to secure you a dormitory room. Unit Integrity In most cases, you will be assigned a room in an area of the dormitory set aside for the personnel who work in your unit. This is to promote camaraderie among squadron members. If a room is not available near other members of your unit, you may be assigned a temporary room until one with your unit becomes available. Planning Your Move Prior to travel, arrange to meet your sponsor or someone from your unit upon arrival at the gaining installation. If you arrive on a business day during normal duty hours, have your sponsor escort you to the UH Management Office. An ADL or a civilian Dorm Manager will take you through the process of checking you into your room and performing a move-in inspection and inventory of the allotted furnishings and supplies. If you arrive on the weekend or after normal duty hours, have your sponsor make arrangements to pick up your room key from the UH Management Office no more than 5 duty days prior to your arrival or acquire a hospitality room for you until you can meet with an ADL or Dorm Manager. If you obtain your room key outside of normal duty hours, it is still a mandatory requirement to report to the UH Management Office the next duty day for in-processing. Dormitory in-processing is conducted every Tuesday and Thursday at 0900 in the Central Dorm Management Office. The CDMO is located in Discovery Hall. All unaccompanied Airman in the grades of E-4 with less than 3 years of service and below are required to report to the CDMO. Resident Responsibilities You will be expected to keep your room and any shared living space clean and tidy. Cleaning supplies and equipment can be provided to you free of charge. You will also be accountable for your room and the furnishings provided. Residents may be held liable for any damages beyond normal fair wear and tear. See your ADL or UH Management Office representative if you have any questions about your resident responsibilities. Inspection Program The Installation Commander establishes a base-wide UH inspection program focused on health and safety. Squadron Commanders and unit First Sergeants implement the inspection program and visit rooms to ensure that all residents from their squadron comply with installation standards. Bay Orderly Program UH residents are expected to assist in the cleaning and upkeep of common areas and shared facilities of their "home." You will periodically be detailed to perform essential cleaning and minor maintenance around the UH campus. Dormitory Councils The Airmen Dormitory Council is the forum by which residents of an individual dormitory or group of dormitories address concerns about their living environment with a panel of their peers. The purpose of the council is to establish standards for all residents, present solutions for problem areas, establish positive recreational activities and identify facility and furnishing improvements. Participation at your location is a chance to be involved in shaping your living environment and provides an opportunity for personal growth and development in the areas of leadership and personal relationships. Ask your ADL or UH Management Office representative about how you can get involved. Termination It is mandatory for unaccompanied Airmen in the ranks of E-1 to E-3 and E-4 with less than 3 years of service to reside in UH. An E-4 residing in UH reaching 3 years of service may be authorized to move out of UH and into local community housing. Contact the UH Management Office for procedures you must follow to clear your room. In certain circumstances, such as to make space available for more junior Airmen, you may be authorized to move out of UH before reaching E-4 with greater than 3 years of service. The most senior Airmen are released first. Your ADL or UH Management Office representative will advise residents when early release is necessary. Space Available Rooms When there is an excess of dormitory rooms, personnel in the ranks of E-4 with greater than 3 years of service and above may be eligible to reside in UH on a space available basis. Contact the UH Management Office to inquire about availability.
The Military Housing Office (MHO) provides all DoD personnel with personalized services to assist in locating suitable housing in the local community. Although moving is sometimes stressful, it can also be an exciting opportunity to live off base and experience a new location. The MHO will assist you every step of the way to help you find your new home in the local community. Housing Services Contact the MHO as soon as you know you are moving. The government housing team will provide you the latest information on the local housing situation and offer complete referral services and relocation assistance to make sure you find a quality place to live. Support services range from helping members understand their lease agreements and the necessity for a military release clause to assisting in resident and landlord dispute resolution, among many others. The MHO partners with landlords, realtors and property managers to make sure you receive the most current information about the local housing market. The MHO also monitors housing units offered for rent to the military community. Visit the website of the Missouri Attorney General for helpful information on Landlord-Tenant Law to better understand the rights and responsibilities of landlords and tenants. Community Numerous communities surround Whiteman AFB including Knob Noster and Warrensburg within two and 10 miles respectively. Sedalia is located 20 miles to the east. Other surrounding communities include Clinton, Cole Camp, Concordia, Crest Ridge, Higginsville, Holden, Kansas City, La Monte, Lexington, Warsaw and Windsor. Residents and merchants alike from these communities welcome our military members and their families with open arms while providing great support through the Base Community Council. For information about the housing allowances that financially support your move, see Referral and Relocation Assistance. Personal Property Insurance You need to obtain legal liability and personal property insurance for your possessions and should choose the options and amounts that best fit your needs and lifestyle. Before purchasing your insurance, please consult the MHO for more information about coverage.
Whiteman Family Homes is a gated residential community leasing exclusively to active-duty Air Force families stationed at Whiteman Air Force Base. Situated on the base, Whiteman Family Homes offers a wide variety of two, three, and four-bedroom floor plans featuring all the comforts and conveniences you've been looking for: ample closets and storage space, master suites, garages and fully-equipped kitchens. Whiteman Family Homes residents enjoy the very walkable, pet-friendly community's many amenities, including basketball courts, playgrounds and indoor pool, as well as easy access to all of the Whiteman AFB facilities and amenities. If you are an active-duty Air Force family looking for housing on Whiteman Air Force Base, leasing specialists can assist at (660) 687-0559.
If you desire to reside in government-owned or privatized housing, please log into the Housing Early Assistance Tool (HEAT) website. This website can be accessed by logging on to the AF Housing Website at https://www.housing.af.mil or on the HOMES.mil website at https://www.homes.mil and click on the “HEAT” Logo after you select the installation of your choice on these sites. HEAT creates an easy on-line experience and will connect you with the Military Housing Office (MHO) prior to your PCS transfer. HEAT also allows you to agree to release your personal information, to include contact information, to the Privatization Project Owner (Privatized Partner) team at bases with privatized family housing so they can provide you information directly. Once you agree, the MHO will send the Privatized Military Housing Office (PMO) your information. HEAT is available at all AF installations and the installations are prepared to assist you when you submit your housing request through HEAT. Use HEAT to reach out to the installation housing office of your choice or PCS destination to request housing information and to request the application for housing. The MHO will send you pertinent installation and community information based on your housing choice(s) to include community housing support, as well as, forward you the required documents (e.g., DD Form 1746, AF Form 4422) needed to complete the application for housing. Each installation MHO will provide you details on how to return required documents including a copy of your PCS orders, if available, for their action. The MHO will provide you with specific information for status of government-owned housing based on your projected arrival to the installation. Or, if you requested information about privatized housing, the PMO will reach out to you directly regarding privatized housing options. You can continue to reach out to the MHO through HEAT, email or call them directly if you require additional information.
In addition to the application for military, government-managed and privatized housing, all applicants must attach a completed AF-4422 Sex Offender Disclosure and Acknowledgement to their application.
Military members are entitled to various allowances to ensure the transition to a new location is as smooth and stress free as possible. For information about your allowances, visit the Defense Travel Management Office website. If you have any questions, contact the local Military Housing Office.
For families, we understand that where your children attend school plays a large factor in the decision of where to live. For specific information about schools at your new location, contact the local Military Housing Office and they will be able to provide additional resources.
Similar to living in the local community, you will sign a tenant lease agreement, typically for a one-year term. Your lease includes a military clause and a lease termination clause. You pay your monthly rent by authorizing an allotment of your BAH that is paid directly to the Property Manager. If your move occurs prior to the allotment start date, then you will need to pay the pro-rated rent directly to the Property Manager. The Tenant Lease Agreement spells out all relevant rent payment terms and conditions. For more information about privatized housing, contact the local Military Housing Office.
Members should give at least 40 days advance notice of intent to terminate government-controlled family housing upon PCS, separation or retirement. However, if this is a short notice assignment, please contact the Military Housing Office (MHO) immediately so they can schedule your termination inspections. You will be scheduled for a pre-termination and final inspection of your home. The pre-termination inspection is to provide you with important information to help you in meeting final inspection requirements. If you have a copy of your orders, please provide a copy to the MHO. They will also assist you with submitting an advance housing application to your gaining installation if you are planning on living on base at your next location. For information about out-processing from privatized housing, contact the local Property Management Office.
Moving to an overseas location requires additional planning to make sure you and your family are prepared for the transition. There are many things you can do before you arrive to ensure the process to get settled in your new home and community is seamless. For a list of specific items to consider prior to your move, see the Referral and Relocation Assistance section on each overseas base page. The local Airman and Family Readiness Center is another great resource to obtain pertinent information about the area. If you have any questions or require additional support, please contact the local Military Housing Office for more information about preparing for your move.
Most junior enlisted unaccompanied Airmen live in the dormitory. It is mandatory for Priority 1 (key and essential personnel) and Priority 2 (E-1 to E-3 and E-4 less than 3 years service) unaccompanied personnel to live in the dormitory. Other unaccompanied personnel may live in the dormitory on a space-available basis. Generally, an E-4 living in the dormitory who reaches 3 years of service may voluntarily occupy a room on a space-available basis without Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) or move into local community housing with BAH. In certain circumstances, such as to make space available for more junior personnel, you may be authorized to move out before reaching E-4 with greater than 3 years of service. The most senior Airmen are released first. Your Airmen Dorm Leader or UH Management Office representative will advise residents when early release is necessary.
The Air Force assignment standard is one private room for each permanent party. The new Air Force construction standard provides a private bath for each bedroom and a shared kitchen and common area, similar what you may find in the local community. Not every installation has the newest style dorms, however, so you may be in a dormitory that shares a bathroom with another Airman. You will still have a private room. Most dorms at Whiteman AFB will have a shared bathroom.
Unaccompanied Housing (UH) is provided for unaccompanied Airmen in the ranks of E-1 to E-3 and E-4 with less than 3 years of service. Within each private sleeping room, Airmen are provided furnishings and supplies required for comfortable living. Room arrangements and the furnishings provided vary from base to base. Before shipping any personal items please contact the UH Management Office at your gaining installation for location specific information. Once you know what furnishings you will be provided at your gaining installation, you should only bring supplemental items that can comfortably fit in your private sleeping room with the government issued furniture. Personnel with extensive household goods may submit a commander-endorsed request to the UH Management Office to reside in community housing and receive a Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) when the annual cost of moving and storage would exceed 50 percent of authorized BAH. (Moving cost + 12 months storage) / by 12 months > (monthly BAH rate) / 2) For more information, contact the UH Management Office.
The Installation Commander establishes local policy regarding social visits, so check with your UH Management Office for the local policy. At a minimum, guests must be at least 18 years old, be escorted at all times and are prohibited between hours 2400 - 0600 hours. Cohabitation is not authorized.
Guests are welcome to stay at the Whiteman Inn. To view room rates or to make a reservation, click here.
Housing Privatization (HP) is a Department of Defense (DoD) initiative to continue providing quality housing for Airmen and their families. HP shifts the operations and maintenance responsibility of family housing in the continental U.S. and Alaska to the private sector whose expertise it is to build and manage housing, allowing Airmen to focus on the mission. With this partnership, the Air Force and its private partners can provide new and/or renovated homes with modern amenities for Airmen and their families in communities where they choose to live. Rent under privatized housing is paid by allotment of your Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH). Unlike housing in the local community, rent for a privatized home may not exceed the "with dependent" BAH rate designated for your rank. For more information about privatized housing, contact the local Military Housing Office.
Utility payments at privatized continental U.S. and Alaskan bases may vary depending on whether your house is metered or not. - If the homes are metered, you will retain a portion of your BAH to pay the utilities directly - If the homes are not metered, your rent will include these utility costs, up to your full BAH amount - Depending on your location, you may be billed by your utility company or by the community itself For specific information about utilities at your new location, see the Privatized Housing section on the base page or contact the local Property Management Office.
Active-duty military personnel and their families authorized to reside on the installation are target tenants for privatized housing. However, as part of the privatization initiative, if the occupancy falls below expected levels, housing will open up to a priority placement list of Other Eligible Tenants (OET). At all privatized locations if occupancy falls below the specified thresholds, policy allows other active duty military, Guard/Reserve military and families, federal civil service employees, retired military and federal civil service, DoD contractors and the general public to apply for and live in privatized housing. OETs ensure the housing privatization project stays financially viable and is a crucial element of sustainability for each housing community. For specific eligibility criteria, contact the Property Management Office.
Pets are unauthorized in unaccompanied housing.
Privatized housing residents must register all dogs and cats with the base veterinary clinic, and comply with all WAFB and WFH policies regarding pet registration, to include the WFH Pet Addendum.
To view the full Installation Pet policy, click here.
All individuals on WAFB are subject to the rules and directives under AFI 32-6000.
Military Housing Office: (660) 687-1335
Whiteman Family Homes: (660) 687-0559
Whiteman Family Homes Maintenance (24/7): (660) 563-2477
WHAT IS HEAT?
Housing Early Assistance Tool (HEAT) creates an easy on-line experience to connect you, the Service Member, with your future destination and offers an on-line venue to obtain housing assistance prior to a PCS transfer. HQ Air Force Housing has successfully implemented HEAT across the AF Enterprise so members can reach out to installations when preparing for transition. Installations are accessible through the HEAT tool across CONUS and most OCONUS installations. Members should use HEAT when preparing to transfer to their new assignment. Learn more at the HOMES.mil site.
The Department of Defense is committed to ensuring that privatized housing Tenants (military service members and their families) receive quality housing and fair treatment from the Military Housing Privatization Initiative project owners that operate and maintain privatized housing. The FY20 National Defense Authorization Act set out 18 rights of military service members and their families (Tenants) residing in privatized housing, and the DoD is committed to providing the full benefit of the 15 rights. The DoD will continue to work with MHPI companies to ensure the full benefits of the remaining three rights become available. To view or download the complete Military Housing Privatization Initiative Tenant Bill of Rights, please select this link.