HUD Reminder: Citizenship, Immigration Status, and Compliance Requirements

News LibraryOn January 12, 2026, the Office of Multifamily Housing sent a letter to owners and agents reminding them of their responsibilities under federal law to ensure that housing assistance is provided only to U.S. citizens and noncitizens with eligible immigration status. It outlines…

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Important Notice: EIV Penalty Guidance

News LibraryOn April 16, 2025, our office received guidance from HUD HQ regarding assessing a penalty for not using EIV in its entirety. HUD states that a 5% penalty deduction from vouchers must be assessed if missing at least one EIV report. This guidance applies to both the tenant and master file…

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HUD Publishes 30-Day Notification Requirement Prior to Termination of Lease for Nonpayment of Rent

News LibraryOn December 13, 2024, HUD published the 30-day notification requirement prior to termination of lease for nonpayment of rent in the Federal Register. This rule is required no later than January 13, 2025, except PHA compliance with 24 CFR 966.4(q) is required no later than June 15, 2026.…

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Operating Cost Adjustment Factors (OCAF) Have Been Released For 2025

News LibraryOn December 11, 2024, the FY2025 OCAF rates were published in the Federal Register. The new rates are effective February 11, 2025. Operating Cost Adjustment Factors are used for adjusting or establishing Section 8 rents for projects assisted with Section 8 Housing Assistance Payments…

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CMS is Partnering with AHMA-WA to Provide HOTMA and MOR Trainings

News LibraryJoin the CMS multifamily compliance experts to discuss updates regarding the Housing Opportunities Through Modernization Act (HOTMA) and Management and Occupancy Reviews (MORs). These events are provided in partnership with AHMA of Washington and are free to their members. Must be a WA…

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New Resource: Multifamily Disaster Preparedness Plan Template

News LibraryOn October 19, 2023, HUD Multifamily shared a template for Owners and Management Agents to use as a resource to help create a property-specific plan to protect resident life and safety during a disaster. The Multifamily Disaster Preparedness Plan template is designed to guide affordable…

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CMS is Now Performing MORs for the State of Missouri on Behalf of MHDC

June 2, 2023In HUD Announcements, News, Uncategorized2 MinutesNews Library As of May 1, 2023, Contract Management Services (CMS) entered into a subcontract to perform Management and Occupancy Reviews (MORs) for the state of Missouri by the Missouri Housing Development Commission (MHDC), the…

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HUD Memo on Fire Hazards and Prevention Tips for Electric Scooters and Bikes

April 12, 2023In HUD Announcements, News, Uncategorized1 MinutesNews LibraryThe U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has released a memorandum to increase awareness and provide information regarding fire hazards and fire prevention tips for electric scooters and bikes. View the…

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Request for Comments on Proposed Scoring and Ranking Methodology for NSPIRE

March 28, 2023In HUD Announcements, News, Uncategorized4 MinutesNews LibraryOn March 28, 2023, HUD published in the Federal Register a request for comments on the NSPIRE inspection standards and scoring methodology that will be used to assess the overall condition, health, and safety of properties…

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Memorandum Summarizing Changes to Violence Against Women Act of 2022

March 27, 2023In HUD Announcements, News, Uncategorized2 MinutesNews LibraryOn March 17, 2023, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) released a memorandum summarizing changes enacted to the Violence Against Women Act as part of The VAWA Reauthorization Act of 2022 (VAWA 2022).…

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FHA Announces Request for Public Comment on PBRA Standard Program and Renewal Contract

February 17, 2023In HUD Announcements, News, Uncategorized2 MinutesNews LibraryOn February 2, 2023, HUD published in the Federal Register an advance notice of proposed rulemaking and request for public comment on Section 8 Project-Based Rental Assistance (PBRA) Standard Program Regulation and the…

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HUD Announces New Housing Protection Resources for Survivors of Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking

February 16, 2023In HUD Announcements, News, Uncategorized5 MinutesNews LibraryOn February 1, 2023, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced new resources to advance housing protections for survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking…

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