Announcements Archive
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2025 (7 announcements)
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HOTMA Compliance Date Extended to January 1, 2027
Yesterday, the Office of Multifamily Housing Programs published a Housing Notice extending the Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act of 2016 (HOTMA) compliance date from January 1, 2026 to…
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Revised Compliance Date for National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate (NSPIRE) New Affirmative Requirements
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has published Notice H 2025-06 which extends the date for HUD to begin scoring the new affirmative requirements under NSPIRE to October 1,…
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Secretary Publishes Letter on Screening Criminal Responsibilities
The Office of Multifamily Housing Programs is announcing that the Secretary has published a letter on screening criminal responsibilities.
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Extension of Mandatory Compliance Date: Section 102 and 104 of the Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act of 2016 (HOTMA)
HUD has extended the HOTMA final rule compliance date to January 1, 2026 per HUD Notice H-2025-03 issued 5/29/2025. To read the full notice click here.
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HUD has updated the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) forms
These forms are designed to handle transfers, certification of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and/or stalking.
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FY2025 Income Limits
HUD has published FY2025 income limits effective 4/1/2025. Owner/Agents must ensure that they utilize these income limits for files with certifications dated 4/1/2025 and after. See new limits.
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Revised Compliance Date for NSPIRE New Affirmative Requirements Published
HUD is extending the date, until October 1, 2025, for the inclusion of point deductions in the physical inspection scores for new affirmative requirements under NSPIRE.
2024 (29 announcements)
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Environmental Reporting Requirements for Covered Transactions Notice Publishes
The Office of Multifamily Housing Programs published an Environmental Reporting Requirements for Covered Transactions Notice.
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HOTMA Implementation FAQs Now Available
On December 4th, 2024, HUD released an update to the series of FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) regarding the implementation of the Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act of 2016 (HOTMA).
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Multifamily Posts Draft Notice on Solar, Cell Tower, and Other Rooftop Leases
The Office of Multifamily Housing Programs published a draft Solar, Cell Tower, and Rooftop Leases notice to the Multifamily Drafting Table for public comment, regarding new guidance that outlines…
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HUD Extends HOTMA Full Compliance Date to 7/1/2025
HUD has extended the date for Owners to be in full compliance with the HOTMA final rule.
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HUD Expands Housing Counseling Services to More Americans
The Department celebrates Housing Counseling by introducing new initiatives, including a partnership with Zillow, and the use of virtual methods to broaden access and reach more Americans seeking…
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HUD's Preventing and Addressing Harassment in Housing Fact Sheet Available
The Office of Multifamily Housing Programs is making owners, agents, and residents aware of information regarding preventing sexual harassment and bullying at HUD properties.
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HUD Announces 2025 Inflationary Adjustments and Passbook Rate
HUD posted updates to the HOTMA inflationary adjustments. Microsoft Word - CY2025-Revised-Amounts-And-Passbook-Rate.docx (huduser.gov) Summary:
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NSPIRE Appeals Guide Now Available
Technical Review Guidance and Step-by-Step Instructions on How to Submit Appeals Now Available
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HUD Publishes Revised HAP Assignment Form
HUD released an updated version of the Assignment, Assumption, and Amendment of Section 8 Housing Assistance Payments Contracts.
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FY2025 FMRs & SAFMRs Published
HUD has posted the FY2025 Fair Market Rents as well as the FY2025 SAFMR (Small Area Fair Market Rents). The effective date is 10/1/2024.
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Updated Rent Comparability Grid (HUD 92273-S8) Released by HUD
HUD has updated and released a new version of the Rent Comparability Grid (HUD 92273-S8) which is available on HUDClips.
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Updated HUD-9624 and HUD-9625 Forms Released by HUD
HUD has updated and released new versions of both the Contract Renewal Request Form (HUD 9624) and the OCAF Rent Adjustment Worksheet (HUD 9625) which are both available on HUDClips.
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DUE NEXT WEEK: July 31, 2024 FSS Mandatory Online Training
The deadline to take the mandatory FSS online training, July 31, 2024, is now a week away!
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Hardship Exemptions
We understand there has been some confusion about the Financial Hardship Exemption (General Relief) and the Childcare Hardship Exemptions of the Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act of 2016…
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HUD Supports Owners Interested in New Resource to Fund 50% of Solar Project Costs
HUD’s Office of Multifamily Housing Programs has launched a new video, as part of its series of recordings to help owners of HUD-assisted multifamily housing properties as well as other stakeholders…
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Reminder: HOTMA May 31 Deadline
Please be advised that MFH Owners’ Tenant Selection Plans (TSPs) and Enterprise Income Verification (EIV) Policies and Procedures must be updated and made publicly available by May 31, 2024, as…
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HUD Releases HOTMA Training Videos for Multifamily Housing
HUD has published a webpage for Multifamily Housing that provides training videos and resources covering the Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act (HOTMA).
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HUD Issues Fair Housing Act Guidance on Applications of Artificial Intelligence
*Department recommends best practices to prevent discriminatory uses of artificial intelligence in tenant screening and advertising of housing and housing-related services.*
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HUD Increases Wind and Named Storm Insurance Coverage Deductible Amount
Today, HUD's Office of Multifamily Housing published a Mortgagee Letter & Housing Notice, revising our Federal Housing Administration (FHA) Multifamily property insurance requirements for wind and…
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Free Energy & Water Benchmarking Services Through HUD
Energy and Water Benchmarking Assistance Opportunity Available Now HUD’s Office of Multifamily Housing Program’s new energy and water benchmarking service is available at no cost to owners of…
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FY2024 Income Limits
HUD has published 2024 income limits effective 4/1/2024. Owner/Agents must ensure that they utilize these income limits for files with certifications dated 4/1/2024 and after. See new limits.
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Tenant Recertification Flexibilities
HUD would like to remind owners/agents participating in HUD Multifamily project-based rental assistance programs of flexibilities using recertifications to help support residents who are in rent…
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FBI & NSA Cyber Threat Concerns for Industry Partners
The Office of Multifamily is sharing information as a service to you about current cyber threats against small businesses / offices, and organizations which could include Multifamily program…
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Service Coordinator NOFO Application Deadline Extension
The deadline for the Service Coordinator Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), announced on December 15, 2023, was extended. The new application deadline is April 9, 2024, at 11:59pm EST.
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Notice Publishes Extending HOTMA Compliance Date for Tenant Selection Plan and Enterprise Income Verification Policies & Procedures
The Office of Multifamily Housing Programs published a Housing Notice extending the HOTMA compliance date in Section 6.2 of Notice H 2023-10 for owners to update their Tenant Selection Plan (TSP) and…
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Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) Annual Report Survey
HUD announced the first ever FSS Annual Report survey! The purpose of this survey is to collect qualitative feedback on every Family Self-Sufficiency program in the country – funded and un-funded,…
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STEM Summer Program for Middle and High School Students
From the HUD Deputy Assistant Secretary: Owners and Operators, Please share with your residents and networks. Calling All Middle and High School Students Interested in STEM!
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Important Recall from CDC: Cinnamon Applesauce Pouches
From the HUD Deputy Assistant Secretary: Owners and Operators, Please share with your residents and networks. View HUD posting. For more information visit the CDC webpage.
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Service Coordinator NOFO Webinar
HUD is pleased to announce that the Service Coordinator Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is now available. The new application deadline is March 14, 2024, at 11:59pm EST.
2023 (14 announcements)
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GRRP Elements 3 Extension to March 28
Multifamily Housing Partners, HUD is extending the deadline for applications for wave 3 of the Green and Resilient Retrofit Program (GRRP) Elements cohort from January 4, 2024 to March 28, 2024.
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Free Covid-19 Test Kits Available
We are pleased to announce that HUD has expanded its partnership with the U.S.
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Multifamily Disaster Preparedness Plan Template Available
What is the Multifamily Disaster Preparedness Plan Template?
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HUD Announces Funding to Support Energy Efficiency and Climate Resilience in Multifamily Assisted Projects
HUD has awarded nearly $18 million in funding and loan commitments under the Green and Resilient Retrofit Program (GRRP), which aims to provide funding for direct loans and grants to fund projects…
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FY2024 FMRs & SAFMRs Published
HUD has posted the FY2024 Fair Market Rents as well as the FY2024 SAFMR (Small Area Fair Market Rents). The effective date is 10/1/2023.
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GRRP Comprehensive Application Deadline in Two Weeks
GRRP Comprehensive Wave 1- Applications Due in Two Weeks
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Tenant Organizing Community Room Requirement Reminder, Substantial Rehabilitation Threshold Memo, and Better Climate Challenge Announcement
Reminder on Requirements for Use of Community Rooms for Tenant Organizing Activities The purpose of this communication is to remind you that if your property is covered under §245 of 24 CFR, you and…
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HUD Publishes Updated Public and Assisted Housing Guidance for Treatment of Solar Programs
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development published updated guidance for owners of properties participating in HUD Multifamily Assisted Housing programs regarding the treatment of…
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Information about FY23 FSS Funding
The FY23 FSS NOFO has been published on Grants.gov! Want does this mean for you? Check below to see if you need to apply!
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2023 Income Limits Posted
HUD has published 2023 income limits effective 5/15/2023. Owner/Agents must ensure that they utilize these income limits for files with certifications dated 5/15/2023 and after. See new limits.
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The AHSC Columbus Office is Moving
Effective 5/1/2023, AHSC will be moving to a new location in downtown Columbus.
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Fire Hazards and Prevention Tips for Electric Scooters and Bikes Memorandum
HUD issued this memorandum and flyer to increase awareness and provide information regarding fire hazards and fire prevention tips for electric scooters and bikes.
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Final COVID-19 Supplemental Payments Request Form Now Available; Requests Due February 21
*This announcement is reposted from:* Dear Multifamily Owners and Stakeholders,
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HUD ANNOUNCES NEW RESOURCES FOR ADVANCING HOUSING PROTECTIONS FOR SURVIVORS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, DATING VIOLENCE, SEXUAL ASSAULT, AND STALKING
Dear Multifamily Stakeholders,
2022 (20 announcements)
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COVID-19 Supplemental Payments Round V Application Submissions Open
*This announcement is reposted from:* Dear Multifamily Owners and Stakeholders,
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The Social Security Administration Announces the 2023 Cost-of-Living-Adjustment
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has released its 2023 update that highlights all of the changes to the Social Security program for the upcoming year.
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Preview of Green and Resilient Retrofit Program (GRRP) Request For Information Publishing Sept 27, 2022
(from Multifamily Housing News Asset Management) Dear Multifamily Owners and Program Operators,
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FSS Action Plan Review for Multisite Owners
This announcement is reposted from: Dear Multifamily Owners and Program Operators,
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FHA Revises Policy for Disbursement of Funds from Reserve for Replacement Accounts
FHA Revises Policy for Disbursement of Funds for Reserve for Replacement Accounts This announcement is reposted from: Dear Multifamily Owners and Operators,
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FY 2022 Family Self-Sufficiency NOFO
The Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) program supports the Department’s strategic goal of increasing economic opportunity for HUD-assisted families.
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Housing Assistance Payment Support Services Draft Solicitation Comment Period Open
This announcement is reposted from: Dear Multifamily Owners and Program Operators,
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Community Solar Credits Memo
Over the past several months, Multifamily Housing has received several requests from state and local governments about how they interpret community solar credits and when these credits can be…
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FSS Final Rule Published
HUD has announced the Final Rule implementing the re-authorization of the FSS program was published in the Federal Register on May 17, 2022.
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New Civil Rights Guidance on Marketing and Application Requirements for Subsidized Multifamily Properties
HUD issued Civil Rights guidance on April 21, 2022, in relation to marketing and application requirements for MF properties, including more than 1.5 million HUD-subsidized multifamily units…
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Affordable Connectivity Program
There is a new federal subsidy program that can help your residents pay for internet service.
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Chapter 9 Section 8 Renewal Policy Guidebook Drafting Table Open
In an effort to ensure that HAP contracts are aligned with market rents and to streamline transactions where a HAP renewal is required, HUD is proposing a set of revisions to the Rent Comparability…
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Withdrawal of “Clarification on Valuation of Non-Shelter Services” Memo
Multifamily owners/agents and contract administrators: Please see yesterday's Memorandum that withdraws HUD's "Clarification on Valuation of Non Shelter Services" memo dated November 15, 2021.
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HUD Issues More Than $20 Million in COVID-19 Supplemental Payments
HUD’s Office of Multifamily Housing has issued COVID-19 Supplemental Payments (CSP) totaling more than $20 million to the owners/agents with Section 8 project based rental assistance and Section 202…
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Impact of Rising Utility Costs on Residents of Multifamily Housing Programs
In response to the U.S. Department of Energy forecasting a three-year high in 2022 for average residential utility costs across the U.S., the Office of Multifamily Housing has developed this flyer…
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LOCCS Alert / Median Rents Publication by ZIP Code Delayed / Free Tax Help
Unique Entity Identifier Replacing DUNS for LOCCS Users
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Encourage Residents at HUD-Assisted Properties to File Their Taxes for the Child & Earned Income Tax Credits
As part of the American Rescue Plan to help families through the pandemic, parents and guardians are eligible for up to $3,000 or $3,600 per child depending on the child's age through the Child Tax…
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Updated Utility Analysis FAQs, Republished Form, and Annual Adjustment Factors
Updated Housing Notice 2015-04 FAQ published to HUDCLIPS
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Federally Qualified Health Centers Experiencing High Demand for COVID Test Kits
Recently in Multifamily Housing News, HUD announced the availability of at-home COVID-19 test kits for assisted residents at Federally Qualified Community Health Centers (FQHC).
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Carbon Monoxide Alarms or Detectors Required in HUD-Assisted Housing Programs Effective December 27, 2022
HUD Offices of PIH, Multifamily Housing Programs, and Lead Hazard Control and Healthy Homes posted a joint notice on 1/31/2022, requiring carbon monoxide (CO) alarms or detectors in their…
2021 (1 announcement)
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COVID-19 Guidance for Residents
HUD has released a brochure to address tenant concerns during the COVID-19 national emergency. The brochure can be found here.