Announcements Archive
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2025 (8 announcements)
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HOTMA Compliance Date Extended to January 1, 2027
Yesterday, the Office of Multifamily Housing Programs published a Housing Notice extending the Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act of 2016 (HOTMA) compliance date from January 1, 2026 to…
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Revised Compliance Date for National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate (NSPIRE) New Affirmative Requirements
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has published Notice H 2025-06 which extends the date for HUD to begin scoring the new affirmative requirements under NSPIRE to October 1,…
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Secretary Publishes Letter on Screening Criminal Responsibilities
The Office of Multifamily Housing Programs is announcing that the Secretary has published a letter on screening criminal responsibilities.
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New York's Office of New Americans (ONA) Know Your Rights
The New York Office of New Americans (ONA) has created the above poster for easy access to their website. Resources are available to everyone, including immigrants.
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Extension of Mandatory Compliance Date: Section 102 and 104 of the Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act of 2016 (HOTMA)
HUD has extended the HOTMA final rule compliance date to January 1, 2026 per HUD Notice H-2025-03 issued 5/29/2025. To read the full notice click here.
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HUD has updated the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) forms
These forms are designed to handle transfers, certification of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and/or stalking.
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FY2025 Income Limits
HUD has published FY2025 income limits effective 4/1/2025. Owner/Agents must ensure that they utilize these income limits for files with certifications dated 4/1/2025 and after. See new limits.
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Revised Compliance Date for NSPIRE New Affirmative Requirements Published
HUD is extending the date, until October 1, 2025, for the inclusion of point deductions in the physical inspection scores for new affirmative requirements under NSPIRE.
2024 (37 announcements)
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Environmental Reporting Requirements for Covered Transactions Notice Publishes
The Office of Multifamily Housing Programs published an Environmental Reporting Requirements for Covered Transactions Notice.
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HOTMA Implementation FAQs Now Available
On December 4th, 2024, HUD released an update to the series of FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) regarding the implementation of the Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act of 2016 (HOTMA).
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Social Security Announces 2.5 Percent Benefit Increase for 2025
Social Security benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments for more than 72.5 million Americans will increase 2.5% in 2025, the Social Security Administration announced today.
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Multifamily Posts Draft Notice on Solar, Cell Tower, and Other Rooftop Leases
The Office of Multifamily Housing Programs published a draft Solar, Cell Tower, and Rooftop Leases notice to the Multifamily Drafting Table for public comment, regarding new guidance that outlines…
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Deadline Approaching for DOE's Low-Income Adder to Help Fund Solar Panels on HUD Multifamily Properties
The Low-Income Communities Bonus Credit Program, administered by the Department of Energy (DOE) and the Department of the Treasury, promotes cost-saving solar or wind investments in low-income…
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HUD Extends HOTMA Full Compliance Date to 7/1/2025
HUD has extended the date for Owners to be in full compliance with the HOTMA final rule.
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HUD Expands Housing Counseling Services to More Americans
The Department celebrates Housing Counseling by introducing new initiatives, including a partnership with Zillow, and the use of virtual methods to broaden access and reach more Americans seeking…
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HUD's Preventing and Addressing Harassment in Housing Fact Sheet Available
The Office of Multifamily Housing Programs is making owners, agents, and residents aware of information regarding preventing sexual harassment and bullying at HUD properties.
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HUD Announces 2025 Inflationary Adjustments and Passbook Rate
HUD posted updates to the HOTMA inflationary adjustments. Microsoft Word - CY2025-Revised-Amounts-And-Passbook-Rate.docx (huduser.gov) Summary:
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NSPIRE Appeals Guide Now Available
Technical Review Guidance and Step-by-Step Instructions on How to Submit Appeals Now Available
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HUD Publishes Revised HAP Assignment Form
HUD released an updated version of the Assignment, Assumption, and Amendment of Section 8 Housing Assistance Payments Contracts.
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FY2025 FMRs & SAFMRs Published
HUD has posted the FY2025 Fair Market Rents as well as the FY2025 SAFMR (Small Area Fair Market Rents). The effective date is 10/1/2024.
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Updated Rent Comparability Grid (HUD 92273-S8) Released by HUD
HUD has updated and released a new version of the Rent Comparability Grid (HUD 92273-S8) which is available on HUDClips.
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Updated HUD-9624 and HUD-9625 Forms Released by HUD
HUD has updated and released new versions of both the Contract Renewal Request Form (HUD 9624) and the OCAF Rent Adjustment Worksheet (HUD 9625) which are both available on HUDClips.
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DUE NEXT WEEK: July 31, 2024 FSS Mandatory Online Training
The deadline to take the mandatory FSS online training, July 31, 2024, is now a week away!
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Hardship Exemptions
We understand there has been some confusion about the Financial Hardship Exemption (General Relief) and the Childcare Hardship Exemptions of the Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act of 2016…
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HUD Supports Owners Interested in New Resource to Fund 50% of Solar Project Costs
HUD’s Office of Multifamily Housing Programs has launched a new video, as part of its series of recordings to help owners of HUD-assisted multifamily housing properties as well as other stakeholders…
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NYS Affordable Housing Connectivity Program
About the Affordable Housing Connectivity Program (AHCP)
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STAKEHOLDER ANNOUNCEMENT - Funding Availability
Addressing climate and environmental justice is at the core of HUD’s mission to create strong, sustainable, inclusive communities.
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New HUD Resources to Support Owners Applying for DOE’s Low-Income Adder to Help Fund Solar Projects
The Low-Income Communities Bonus Credit Program, administered by the Department of Energy (DOE), promotes cost-saving solar or wind investments in low-income communities, on Indian land, as part of…
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Reminder: HOTMA May 31 Deadline
Please be advised that MFH Owners’ Tenant Selection Plans (TSPs) and Enterprise Income Verification (EIV) Policies and Procedures must be updated and made publicly available by May 31, 2024, as…
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HUD Releases HOTMA Training Videos for Multifamily Housing
HUD has published a webpage for Multifamily Housing that provides training videos and resources covering the Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act (HOTMA).
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HUD Issues Fair Housing Act Guidance on Applications of Artificial Intelligence
*Department recommends best practices to prevent discriminatory uses of artificial intelligence in tenant screening and advertising of housing and housing-related services.*
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HUD Increases Wind and Named Storm Insurance Coverage Deductible Amount
Today, HUD's Office of Multifamily Housing published a Mortgagee Letter & Housing Notice, revising our Federal Housing Administration (FHA) Multifamily property insurance requirements for wind and…
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Free Energy & Water Benchmarking Services Through HUD
Energy and Water Benchmarking Assistance Opportunity Available Now HUD’s Office of Multifamily Housing Program’s new energy and water benchmarking service is available at no cost to owners of…
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FY23 Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Notice of Funding Opportunity NOFO Webinar
Please join us for the FY23 Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) Webinar on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, from 2:00pm to 3:30pm EST.
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FY2024 Income Limits
HUD has published 2024 income limits effective 4/1/2024. Owner/Agents must ensure that they utilize these income limits for files with certifications dated 4/1/2024 and after. See new limits.
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Tenant Recertification Flexibilities
HUD would like to remind owners/agents participating in HUD Multifamily project-based rental assistance programs of flexibilities using recertifications to help support residents who are in rent…
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FBI & NSA Cyber Threat Concerns for Industry Partners
The Office of Multifamily is sharing information as a service to you about current cyber threats against small businesses / offices, and organizations which could include Multifamily program…
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Service Coordinator NOFO Application Deadline Extension
The deadline for the Service Coordinator Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), announced on December 15, 2023, was extended. The new application deadline is April 9, 2024, at 11:59pm EST.
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Training on Housing Notice 2024-05 BBRAs for Eligible M2M Properties: 3/12/2024
Today, Tuesday, March 12th, at 1pm EST, HUD will be hosting a training on Housing Notice 2024-05 on Budget Based Rent Adjustments (BBRA) for eligible M2M properties.
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Notice Publishes Extending HOTMA Compliance Date for Tenant Selection Plan and Enterprise Income Verification Policies & Procedures
The Office of Multifamily Housing Programs published a Housing Notice extending the HOTMA compliance date in Section 6.2 of Notice H 2023-10 for owners to update their Tenant Selection Plan (TSP) and…
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Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) Annual Report Survey
HUD announced the first ever FSS Annual Report survey! The purpose of this survey is to collect qualitative feedback on every Family Self-Sufficiency program in the country – funded and un-funded,…
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STEM Summer Program for Middle and High School Students
From the HUD Deputy Assistant Secretary: Owners and Operators, Please share with your residents and networks. Calling All Middle and High School Students Interested in STEM!
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Important Recall from CDC: Cinnamon Applesauce Pouches
From the HUD Deputy Assistant Secretary: Owners and Operators, Please share with your residents and networks. View HUD posting. For more information visit the CDC webpage.
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Service Coordinator NOFO Webinar
HUD is pleased to announce that the Service Coordinator Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is now available. The new application deadline is March 14, 2024, at 11:59pm EST.
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HUD Publishes Green and Resilient Retrofit Program Supplemental Housing Notice
Yesterday, HUD’s Office of Multifamily Housing Programs published a Housing Notice titled Green and Resilient Retrofit Program Supplemental to add flexibility in both grant and supplemental loan…
2023 (24 announcements)
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GRRP Elements 3 Extension to March 28
Multifamily Housing Partners, HUD is extending the deadline for applications for wave 3 of the Green and Resilient Retrofit Program (GRRP) Elements cohort from January 4, 2024 to March 28, 2024.
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Free Covid-19 Test Kits Available
We are pleased to announce that HUD has expanded its partnership with the U.S.
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Free Covid-19 Test Kits Now Available for Multifamily Properties
Free Covid-19 Test Kits Available We are pleased to announce that HUD has expanded its partnership with the U.S.
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HUD’s Energy and Water Benchmarking Initiative
We're pleased to announce the availability of HUD’s Office of Multifamily Housing Programs new energy and water benchmarking service available without cost to owners of properties participating in…
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Housing Relocation Program
New York State, in partnership with New York City, has established a housing relocation program to help newly arrived families seeking asylum to relocate from the city’s shelter system to permanent…
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Overdose Awareness Guide
Dear Owners and Operators, HUD recognizes the importance of national and local efforts to prevent overdose tragedies that impact too many of us, our loved ones, and our communities.
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Multifamily Disaster Preparedness Plan Template Available
What is the Multifamily Disaster Preparedness Plan Template?
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HUD Announces Funding to Support Energy Efficiency and Climate Resilience in Multifamily Assisted Projects
HUD has awarded nearly $18 million in funding and loan commitments under the Green and Resilient Retrofit Program (GRRP), which aims to provide funding for direct loans and grants to fund projects…
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FY2024 FMRs & SAFMRs Published
HUD has posted the FY2024 Fair Market Rents as well as the FY2024 SAFMR (Small Area Fair Market Rents). The effective date is 10/1/2023.
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GRRP Comprehensive Application Deadline in Two Weeks
GRRP Comprehensive Wave 1- Applications Due in Two Weeks
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Tenant Organizing Community Room Requirement Reminder, Substantial Rehabilitation Threshold Memo, and Better Climate Challenge Announcement
Reminder on Requirements for Use of Community Rooms for Tenant Organizing Activities The purpose of this communication is to remind you that if your property is covered under §245 of 24 CFR, you and…
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HUD Publishes Updated Public and Assisted Housing Guidance for Treatment of Solar Programs
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development published updated guidance for owners of properties participating in HUD Multifamily Assisted Housing programs regarding the treatment of…
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Information about FY23 FSS Funding
The FY23 FSS NOFO has been published on Grants.gov! Want does this mean for you? Check below to see if you need to apply!
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Webinar Invitation: Optimizing Energy Efficiency in Large Multifamily Buildings
Community Preservation Corporation announces a Webinar: *Optimizing Energy Efficiency in Large Multifamily Buildings, Harnessing Building Data to Reduce Energy Use and Cut Costs*
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Benchmarking Assistance Opportunity
On May 25th HUD issued the following announcement:
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2023 Income Limits Posted
HUD has published 2023 income limits effective 5/15/2023. Owner/Agents must ensure that they utilize these income limits for files with certifications dated 5/15/2023 and after. See new limits.
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NSPIRE Final Rule
HUD published the National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate (NSPIRE) Final Rule in the Federal Register. The final rule makes changes to inspections in response to public comments.
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HUD Publishes New Green and Resilient Retrofit Program Funding Opportunities
HUD is pleased to announce the availability of landmark funding to support green and resilient retrofits of properties participating in Multifamily Assisted Housing programs.
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Affordable Housing Connectivity Program
*"The New York State ConnectALL Office (CAO), in partnership with HCR, recently launched the Affordable Housing Connectivity Program.
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Fire Hazards and Prevention Tips for Electric Scooters and Bikes Memorandum
HUD issued this memorandum and flyer to increase awareness and provide information regarding fire hazards and fire prevention tips for electric scooters and bikes.
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Applications Now Open For Funding Through $250M Rental Building Electrification Program
Applications Now Open For Funding Through $250M Rental Building Electrification Program
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Final COVID-19 Supplemental Payments Request Form Now Available; Requests Due February 21
*This announcement is reposted from:* Dear Multifamily Owners and Stakeholders,
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HUD ANNOUNCES NEW RESOURCES FOR ADVANCING HOUSING PROTECTIONS FOR SURVIVORS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, DATING VIOLENCE, SEXUAL ASSAULT, AND STALKING
Dear Multifamily Stakeholders,
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PBCA Call Center Update
For your convenience the PBCA Call Center flyer has been updated and translated into 12 additional languages.
2022 (21 announcements)
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Carbon Monoxide Alarms or Detectors in U.S. Housing and Urban Development(HUD)-Assisted Housing
This notice clarifies that HUD will enforce the requirements instituted by Congress requiring that all Public Housing (PH), Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Project Based Voucher (PBV), Project Based…
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COVID-19 Supplemental Payments Round V Application Submissions Open
*This announcement is reposted from:* Dear Multifamily Owners and Stakeholders,
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The Social Security Administration Announces the 2023 Cost-of-Living-Adjustment
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has released its 2023 update that highlights all of the changes to the Social Security program for the upcoming year.
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Preview of Green and Resilient Retrofit Program (GRRP) Request For Information Publishing Sept 27, 2022
(from Multifamily Housing News Asset Management) Dear Multifamily Owners and Program Operators,
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FSS Training Opportunity for PBCA projects
HUD has released a new Final Rule as well as a NOFO for the FSS program which for the first time, opens funding opportunities to private and nonprofit Multifamily Housing Owners to support the…
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FSS Action Plan Review for Multisite Owners
This announcement is reposted from: Dear Multifamily Owners and Program Operators,
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FHA Revises Policy for Disbursement of Funds from Reserve for Replacement Accounts
FHA Revises Policy for Disbursement of Funds for Reserve for Replacement Accounts This announcement is reposted from: Dear Multifamily Owners and Operators,
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FY 2022 Family Self-Sufficiency NOFO
The Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) program supports the Department’s strategic goal of increasing economic opportunity for HUD-assisted families.
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Housing Assistance Payment Support Services Draft Solicitation Comment Period Open
This announcement is reposted from: Dear Multifamily Owners and Program Operators,
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Community Solar Credits Memo
Over the past several months, Multifamily Housing has received several requests from state and local governments about how they interpret community solar credits and when these credits can be…
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FSS Final Rule Published
HUD has announced the Final Rule implementing the re-authorization of the FSS program was published in the Federal Register on May 17, 2022.
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New Civil Rights Guidance on Marketing & App. Requirements for Subsidized Multifamily Properties
New Civil Rights Guidance on Marketing and Application Requirements for Subsidized Multifamily Properties
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NYS Cooling Assistance benefit
The 2021-2022 Cooling Assistance benefit opened May 2, 2022.
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Affordable Connectivity Program
There is a new federal subsidy program that can help your residents pay for internet service.
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Register Today: Engaging the Disability Community in Fair Housing Planning – April 27-28, 2022
Part I: Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing for Individuals with Disabilities
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HUD Published FY2022 Income Limits
UD has published 2022 income limits Effective 4/18/2022. Owner/Agents must ensure that they utilize these income limits for files with certifications dated 4/18/2022 and after. See new limits.
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Invitation to Training on Afghan Arrival Categories, Documentation, and Verification Through SAVE
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) are holding a training session for HUD staff and HUD grantees only (Public Housing…
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Withdrawal of “Clarification on Valuation of Non-Shelter Services” Memo
Withdrawal of “Clarification on Valuation of Non-Shelter Services” Memo
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HUD Issues More Than $20 Million in COVID-19 Supplemental Payments
HUD’s Office of Multifamily Housing has issued COVID-19 Supplemental Payments (CSP) totaling more than $20 million to the owners/agents with Section 8 project based rental assistance and Section 202…
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Impact of Rising Utility Costs on Residents of Multifamily Housing Programs
In response to the U.S. Department of Energy forecasting a three-year high in 2022 for average residential utility costs across the U.S., the Office of Multifamily Housing has developed this flyer…
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Carbon Monoxide Alarms or Detectors Required in HUD-Assisted Housing Programs Effective December 27, 2022
Carbon Monoxide Alarms or Detectors Required in HUD-Assisted Housing Programs Effective December 27, 202
2021 (16 announcements)
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Multifamily: Interested in applying for the Affordable Multifamily Energy Efficiency Program?
COVID-19 Supplemental Payment Requests Due Friday, Nov. 19
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COVID-19 Supplemental Payment Requests Due Friday, Nov. 19
The deadline to submit COVID-19 Supplemental Payment (CSP) reimbursement requests to HUD or the Contract Administrator is this Friday, November 19, 2021.
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New COVID-19 Supplemental Payments Request Form Now Available; Requests Due Nov. 19
The final version of the HUD 52671-E CSP Request form to be used in owner submissions is now posted. Please see the new "Tips and Explanations" document for how to complete the form.
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The Social Security Administration Announces the 2022 Cost-of-Living-Adjustment
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has released its 2022 update that highlights all of the changes to the Social Security program for the upcoming year.
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Funding through the Home Energy Assistance Program to Help New Yorkers Avoid Disconnection
Funding through the Home Energy Assistance Program to Help New Yorkers Avoid Disconnection Once Utility Moratorium Ends
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HUD Opening New Application Period for COVID-19 Supplemental Funding
Yesterday the Office of Multifamily Housing published a Housing Notice, Continued Availability of Funds for COVID-19 Supplemental Payments for Properties Receiving Project-Based Rental Assistance…
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HUD Provides Renters & Owners Continued Recovery Support from COVID-19
In response of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s federal eviction moratorium expiration on July 31, the Office of Multifamily Housing Programs provided tips and resources to assist…
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Housing Notice 2020-02
On June 30, 2021, HUD released Housing Notice 2020-02: Guidelines for Certain HUD Approvals Regarding Properties Encumbered by HUD-Held Mark-to-Market Program Debt and Portfolio Reengineering…
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CDC Extends the Federal Eviction Moratorium
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has again extended its eviction moratorium, further preventing the eviction of tenants who are unable to make rental payments.
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Vaccine Events, Renters Resources and Virtual Service Coordinators
Would you like to reach out to a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) for help with a community vaccination event? Find help with HUD's interactive mapping tool.
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COVID-19 Guidance for Residents
HUD has released a brochure to address tenant concerns during the COVID-19 national emergency. The brochure can be found here.
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Unemployment Benefits & Child Tax Credit
The 2021 Consolidated Appropriations Act (2021 Appropriations) and the American Rescue Plan of 2021 (ARP) amended three provisions to strengthen and extend unemployment benefits in the CARES Act and…
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Updated HUD COVID-19 FAQ
On 10/14, HUD updated the COVID FAQ document. Click here to review a document that highlight the changes.
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Unemployment Benefits & Child Tax Credit
The 2021 Consolidated Appropriations Act (2021 Appropriations) and the American Rescue Plan of 2021 (ARP) amended three provisions to strengthen and extend unemployment benefits in the CARES Act and…
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RHIIP Listserv Posting
RHIIP Listserv Posting #454:
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Enterprise Income Verification (EIV) System – Old or Missing Data
RHIIP Listserv Posting #450 11/02/2020 - HUD has been informed that a number of EIV system Users are encountering old or missing data when attempting to view EIV reports for some properties.