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HUD Dedicates New and Renewed Funding for FSS Service Coordinators
On Jan. 27, HUD announced $116 million in new and renewed funding to support FSS Service Coordinators. This funding is vital to support communities and assist individuals in improving their lives. From educational to professional and financial guidance to HUD-assisted residents, Service Coordinators play a huge factor in the success of the FSS program. Of … Continue reading HUD Dedicates New and Renewed Funding for FSS Service Coordinators
HUD Releases Notice on Changes to NSPIRE Demonstration
On Jan. 25, HUD released Notice 2023-01354, which notifies Demonstration participants within HUD’s Multifamily Housing program that they will be subject to an inspection through the NSPIRE demonstration. Multifamily Housing participants who do not want to receive a score through NSPIRE before October 1, 2023 are allowed to opt-out and receive an inspection of record … Continue reading HUD Releases Notice on Changes to NSPIRE Demonstration
HUD Releases Notice on CDBG-DR Allocations, Consolidated Waivers and Alternative Requirements
On Jan. 18, HUD published Notice 2023-00721, which addresses requirements for Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) grants. This applies to funds for disasters that occurred in 2020 and 2021 allocated by the Disaster Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2022. Very significantly, many requirements address amendments to the Consolidated Notice, which focus on waivers … Continue reading HUD Releases Notice on CDBG-DR Allocations, Consolidated Waivers and Alternative Requirements
HUD Publishes Lead and Health Hazard Notice of Funding Opportunity for Public Housing
Applications due April 13, 2023 HUD has combined Housing-related Health Hazards and Lead-Based Paint Capital Fund Program funding for public housing. PHAs may apply for grants to reduce “lead-based paint, carbon monoxide, mold, radon, fire, and asbestos.” Find the application form on grants.gov here, the HUD press release here, and more information in the January … Continue reading HUD Publishes Lead and Health Hazard Notice of Funding Opportunity for Public Housing
HUD Publishes Notice on 2022 VAWA Changes
On Jan. 6, HUD published a notice in the Federal Register detailing several changes that were made in the 2022 revision to the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). The changes were made in several sections. Many of the changes became effective on Oct. 1, 2022. The Department is seeking comment on the proposed changes by … Continue reading HUD Publishes Notice on 2022 VAWA Changes
HUD Sends HCV Get Ready Letter to PHA Executive Directors
On Jan. 5, HUD sent an HCV Get Ready Letter to PHA Executive Directors. The letter informs PHAs “of the status of HCV program funding, projections for calendar year (CY) 2023 renewal funding” and certain other items. Funding Levels The Department estimates that the overall funding proration levels for 2023 will be the following: Housing … Continue reading HUD Sends HCV Get Ready Letter to PHA Executive Directors
Carbon Monoxide Device Requirement for Voucher Units and Multifamily Units in Effect
On Dec. 27, HUD sent an email to PHA executive directors reminding them that the requirements for carbon monoxide devices in voucher units and multifamily units are in effect. The requirements went into effect on Dec. 27, 2022. The requirements were first outlined at the beginning of the year, in PIH Notice 2022-01. The email … Continue reading Carbon Monoxide Device Requirement for Voucher Units and Multifamily Units in Effect
Join NAHRO for a Policy eBriefing on How the Inflation Reduction Act Might Impact Your Agency
On February 1, at 2PM ET, NAHRO will host a Policy eBriefing that will provide timely information on Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) programs. This includes innovative strategies for attaining energy and resilience funding for affordable housing building improvements through funding in the IRA. Join NAHRO staff, Steve Morgan from Ameresco, and Vlada Kenniff from NYCHA … Continue reading Join NAHRO for a Policy eBriefing on How the Inflation Reduction Act Might Impact Your Agency
HUD Publishes Notice Delaying Section 3 Reporting for Public Housing Projects
In PIH Notice 2022-38, HUD notes that PHAs who receive public housing Operating Fund or Capital Fund financial assistance will not report Section 3 data “until further notice.” HUD has not completed the new reporting system. HUD may still require PHAs to produce documentation, so PHAs must continue to retain it on-site. This notice’s reporting … Continue reading HUD Publishes Notice Delaying Section 3 Reporting for Public Housing Projects
Notice on Personal Property and Equipment Requirements Published
On December 14, HUD issued Notice PIH 2022-37. The notice discusses Personal Property requirements under 2 CFR part 200 and identifies Equipment management and disposition obligations. In the case of 2 CFR part 200, “personal property” means property other than real property that may be tangible, having physical existence, or intangible. “Equipment” means tangible personal … Continue reading Notice on Personal Property and Equipment Requirements Published