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Certain HOME Waivers Extended
On September 27, HUD’s Office of Community Planning and Development published a new memorandum, effective as of September 30, that updates and revises the memorandum, Revision, Extension and Update of April 2020 Memorandum Availability of Waivers and Suspensions of the HOME Program Requirements in Response to COVID-19 Pandemic, issued on December 4, 2020. The new … Continue reading Certain HOME Waivers Extended
HUD to Revise HUD-VASH Program Rules
Early next week, the Department of Housing and Urban Development will publish in the Federal Register a notice titled “Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers: Revised Implementation of the HUD-Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing Program.” The HUD-VASH program combines Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program assistance with case management and clinical services through Veterans Administration (VA) Medical Centers … Continue reading HUD to Revise HUD-VASH Program Rules
Congressional Site Visits are a Tool for Advocacy
During the August recess, NAHRO members in three states hosted Congressional staff members at in-person and virtual site visits. The staff learned about the agencies’ properties, their programs, and the potential for Congress to provide additional support. Site visits give Congressional offices a chance to see how housing and community programs work “on the ground” … Continue reading Congressional Site Visits are a Tool for Advocacy
Flat Rent Guidance Issued
On September 13, HUD issued Notice PIH 2021-27 (HA) titled “Updates to Flat Rent Submission Requirements.” The Notice supersedes and replaces previous guidance on flat rents, clarifies HUD’s interpretation of the statutory amendment related to flat rents, and updates flat rent exception and extension requirements, including review criteria for HUD Form 5880. The Notice applies … Continue reading Flat Rent Guidance Issued
Congress Holds Hearing on the Emergency Rental Assistance Program
On Friday, September 10, the House Committee on Financial Services held a hearing on “Protecting Renters During the Pandemic: Reviewing Reforms to Expedite Emergency Rental Assistance.” During the hearing, members considered two bills that aim to improve the Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) – one sponsored by Chairwoman Maxine Waters (D-CA) and the other sponsored … Continue reading Congress Holds Hearing on the Emergency Rental Assistance Program
White House Releases Fact Sheet on Increasing Affordable Housing
On September 1, the White House released a Fact Sheet on the Biden Administration’s efforts to increase the affordable housing supply by creating, preserving, and selling nearly 100,000 additional affordable homes to homeowners and non-profits. The Administration is working with federal agencies to boost the supply of quality, affordable rental units, boost the supply of … Continue reading White House Releases Fact Sheet on Increasing Affordable Housing
US Supreme Court Overturns CDC Eviction Moratorium
On Thursday, August 26, the United States Supreme Court vacated the stay that has allowed the current CDC eviction moratorium to continue. The order vacating the stay and dissent arguing to keep the stay can be found here. It confirms lower court decisions that the CDC did not have statutory authority to impose a nationwide … Continue reading US Supreme Court Overturns CDC Eviction Moratorium
$95 Million Awarded to Protect from Lead-Based Paint and Other Hazards
On August 26, HUD announced awards for nearly $95 million to 28 state and local government agencies to protect children and families from lead-based paint and other home health hazards. The grants are through the Lead Based Paint Hazard Reduction (LBPHR) Grant Program. The grants also include more than $12 million from HUD’s Healthy Homes … Continue reading $95 Million Awarded to Protect from Lead-Based Paint and Other Hazards
FY 2021 CoC NOFO Released
On August 18, HUD released its FY 2021 Continuum of Care (CoC) Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). Through the NOFO, over $2.6 billion in competitive funding will be made available to homeless services organization across the country for supportive services and housing programs for people experiencing homelessness. The NOFO will also provide an addition $102 … Continue reading FY 2021 CoC NOFO Released
Senate Committee Holds Nomination Hearing for HUD Officials
On Aug. 5, the Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee held a nomination hearing for three Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Assistant Secretary Designates. The first nominee, Julia R. Gordon, is the Assistant Secretary Designate for the Federal Housing Administration (FHA). Gordon spoke about her extensive experience in housing-related positions, including at … Continue reading Senate Committee Holds Nomination Hearing for HUD Officials