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HCV Mobility Demonstration Supplementary Notice Published
A pre-publication copy of a Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Mobility Demonstration Supplementary Notice has been posted to the Federal Register’s public inspection desk. This notice expands on the original implementation notice to describe additional policies and flexibilities for PHAs that are participating in the HCV mobility demonstration (now called the “Community Choice Demonstration“). The notice … Continue reading HCV Mobility Demonstration Supplementary Notice Published
2022 Administrative Fee Rates Posted
On March 30, HUD sent an email to Executive Directors of PHAs noting that calendar year (CY) 2022 administrative fee rates have been posted to HUD’s website. Administrative fees are used by agencies to cover the costs of operating the Housing Choice Voucher program. Advanced administrative fee prorations for the months of April through May … Continue reading 2022 Administrative Fee Rates Posted
Dept. of Labor Issues Update to Davis-Bacon Act Labor Standards
The Department of Labor has issued a notice of proposed rulemaking updating the Davis-Bacon Act labor standards. This is the first update to the regulations in 40 years. The Department’s goal in making this update is to “reflect better the needs of workers in the construction industry and planned federal construction investments.” Davis-Bacon and Related … Continue reading Dept. of Labor Issues Update to Davis-Bacon Act Labor Standards
When Does a PHA Not Receive a SEMAP Score? Find Out Here!
The COVID-19 pandemic has adversely impacted many PHAs’ voucher operations. In recognition of this, HUD has afforded PHAs that meet certain criteria the opportunity to waive their Section 8 Management Assessment Program (SEMAP) scores in recognition of the pandemic environment. There are also certain other instances when PHAs may not receive a SEMAP score. This … Continue reading When Does a PHA Not Receive a SEMAP Score? Find Out Here!
Emergency Housing Vouchers: A How-To Guide for PHAs
HUD has published a guide for using Emergency Housing Vouchers (EHVs). The purpose of the guide is to provide an overview of EHVs, highlight program best practices, and reduce inequities. Topics covered by the guide include the following : Background and Purpose [of EHVs]; Key Features of Emergency Housing Vouchers; Partnerships and Collaborative Planning; Emergency … Continue reading Emergency Housing Vouchers: A How-To Guide for PHAs
Voluntarily Returning EHV Awards
On March 5th, HUD released a notice describing how PHAs could voluntarily relinquish their Emergency Housing Vouchers (EHVs) back to HUD and the procedure by which HUD would reallocate those vouchers to other housing agencies. The notice is titled “Emergency Housing Vouchers – Reallocation of Awards” [Notice PIH 2022-06 (HA)]. Returning EHVs The process to … Continue reading Voluntarily Returning EHV Awards
HUD Publishes Revised FY 2022 FMRs for Certain Areas
Today, HUD published revised fair market rents (FMRs) for public housing agencies that submitted survey data on their local rental prices. The new FMRs reflect the estimated 40th percentile rent levels trended to Fiscal Year (FY) 2022. The revised FMRs for these areas are below. The revised FMRs are applicable on April 11, 2022. 2022 … Continue reading HUD Publishes Revised FY 2022 FMRs for Certain Areas
HUD Publishes CARES Act Waiver Reporting Tool Dashboard
HUD has published their CARES Act Waiver Reporting Tool (CAWRT; pronounced “cart”) dashboard. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Congress passed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. This act gave HUD the authority to offer PHAs the option to waive certain statutory and regulatory requirements. In late 2021, HUD requested that all … Continue reading HUD Publishes CARES Act Waiver Reporting Tool Dashboard
HUD Publishes Notice Officially Extending Deadline to April 1st for Submitting Expedited Waiver Requests
As previously reported by NAHRO, HUD has now officially extended the deadline to April 1st for submitting a request for an expedited waiver. The new notice, Notice PIH 2022-04, states the following: “This notice amends PIH-2021-34 solely by extending the submission deadline in Section 5 of the notice from March 1, 2022 to April 1, … Continue reading HUD Publishes Notice Officially Extending Deadline to April 1st for Submitting Expedited Waiver Requests
Congress Holds Hearing on Affordable Housing and Economic Mobility
Housing is a significant part of economic wellbeing for most American families. The House Committee on Economic Disparity and Fairness in Growth held a March 1 hearing on “Affordable Housing and Economic Mobility.” Chairman Jim Himes (D-CT) and Ranking Member Bryan Steil (R-WI) opened with remarks on affordable housing construction, inclusive zoning, and homeownership. On … Continue reading Congress Holds Hearing on Affordable Housing and Economic Mobility