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2020 HTF Allocations Announced
HUD has released it’s Housing Trust Fund (HTF) allocations for FY 2020. Allocations for FY 2020 total $322,564,267. Funds are distributed to states via formula, with larger states receiving more funding. All states receive at least $3 million. Larger states, such as California, New York, Texas, and Florida received $50.8 million, $29 million, $16.5 million, … Continue reading 2020 HTF Allocations Announced
HUD Publishes Multifamily Tenant Concerns COVID-19 Brochure
The Department has published a COVID-19 brochure designed to inform and address concerns of tenants living at multifamily properties. The brochure’s content applies to programs within the Office of Multifamily Housing Programs, but does not apply to Public Housing, Section 8 Mod. Rehab. (unless insured by the Federal Housing Administration), or the Housing Choice Voucher … Continue reading HUD Publishes Multifamily Tenant Concerns COVID-19 Brochure
HUD PIH Updates FAQ and Releases Waiver-Related Materials
The Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Office of Public and Indian Housing (PIH) has updated their frequently-asked-questions (FAQ) document on COVID-19, created a chart detailing the new COVID-19 waivers, and posted the PowerPoint slides of their industry stakeholder call from Friday, April 17, 2020. COVID-19 FAQs for Public Housing Agencies (updated to Version 3; … Continue reading HUD PIH Updates FAQ and Releases Waiver-Related Materials
HUD Posts New Resources on HCV Landlord Resources page
Earlier today, HUD conducted a webinar discussing the recently published chapter of its HCV Landlord Strategy Guide, titled “Education and Outreach.” In addition to HUD staff and HUD’s contractors, PHA presenters discussed some of the strategies that they employed to recruit and retain landlords for the housing choice voucher program. Department staff intend to post … Continue reading HUD Posts New Resources on HCV Landlord Resources page
NAHRO Analysis – HUD Eviction Moratorium FAQ for PHAs
On April 22, 2020, HUD published an FAQ on implementing the eviction moratorium found in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act). Titled “Eviction Moratorium COVID-19 FAQs for Public Housing Agencies,” the document answers commonly asked questions about how PHAs should be implementing the eviction moratorium. The moratorium is in effect for … Continue reading NAHRO Analysis – HUD Eviction Moratorium FAQ for PHAs
HUD Publishes Eviction Moratorium Guidance for PHAs
Earlier today, HUD published guidance on implementing the eviction moratorium found in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act). The guidance is titled “Eviction Moratorium COVID-19 FAQs for Public Housing Agencies” and is 5 page document answering commonly asked questions about how PHAs should be implementing the eviction moratorium. The guidance notes … Continue reading HUD Publishes Eviction Moratorium Guidance for PHAs
HUD Releases Initial Chapter of HCV Landlord Strategies Guide
Earlier today, HUD published its initial chapter of its HCV Landlord Strategies Guide. The chapter is titled “Education and Outreach.” Topics included in the chapter include new landlord orientation, landlord outreach events, expanding your network, tenant education, information sharing, landlord focused customer service, technology, and partnerships. The Department is also planning a webinar on this … Continue reading HUD Releases Initial Chapter of HCV Landlord Strategies Guide
HUD’s Section 3 Still Required, Very Limited Reporting Extension (Updated)
While HUD’s Offices of Public and Indian Housing (PIH) and Community Planning and Development (CPD) have provided a number of waivers and flexibilities for the Public Housing program, Housing Choice Voucher program, HOME Investment Partnership program, Community Development Block Grant, and Continuum of Care (CoC) program, HUD’s Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity (FHEO) … Continue reading HUD’s Section 3 Still Required, Very Limited Reporting Extension (Updated)
HUD’s Distressed Cities Technical Assistance Program
The Distressed Cities Technical Assistance (DCTA) program supports small units of general local government (UGLGs) that are distressed and have recently been impacted by a natural disaster. Specifically, the Distressed Cities Technical Assistance program is designed to improve the fiscal health and administrative capacity of small units of general local government. The DCTA program page … Continue reading HUD’s Distressed Cities Technical Assistance Program
HUD HCV Landlord Task Force to Conduct Webinar on April 22 at 1 pm ET
As previously mentioned on this blog, HUD’s HCV Landlord Task will host a free webinar titled “Education and Outreach Strategies for Landlord Participation.” The webinar will take place on April 22, 2020 at 1 pm to 2:30 pm ET. The webinar will walk through the first published chapter of the HCV Landlord Strategy Guidebook. The … Continue reading HUD HCV Landlord Task Force to Conduct Webinar on April 22 at 1 pm ET