2.9.21
During a recent call with PIH leadership, HUD asked industry groups for additional information on what statutory and regulatory waivers provided by HUD as part of their authority granted under the CARES Act should be extended or made permanent. CLPHA has compiled a list with some justifications, but we would like to hear from members about what waivers have been most valuable to them and why.
2.8.21
There has been an update to the Executive Order on Maximizing the Assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), released on February 2, 2021. FEMA has released additional guidance last week, which states that reimbursements for already approved non-congregate sheltering will be retroactive to the beginning of the pandemic or January 20, 2020.
2.8.21
From HUD's Office of Lead Hazard Control and Health Homes:
Radon is a radioactive gas that cannot be seen, smelled or tasted. It is a natural substance that can be found in the dirt and rocks beneath houses, in well water and in some building materials. Because it is a gas, it can seep into your home. Breathing high levels of radon can put you at risk for lung cancer. To see if your...
2.8.21
2.5.21
Earlier this week, the Biden Administration announced that HUD would be disbursing an additional $1.3 billion in relief funds to the Puerto Rico Housing Department for rebuilding after Hurricane Maria struck the island in 2017. The previous administration set in place several requirements for disbursement of CDBG funds that have significantly slowed the recovery process. HUD wil
Legislation
Housing Opportunities Through Modernization Act of 2016 (HOTMA)
The Housing Opportunities Through Modernization Act of 2016 (HOTMA) received bipartisan support and was passed by Congress on July 14, 2016. The legislation makes significant positive reforms to the Section 8 Project-Based Voucher (PBV) program, including allowing housing authorities to project-based up to 20 percent of its authorized voucher allocation, with up to an additional 10 percent for targeted populations. The bill also allows more supportive services to be provided to homeless families and individuals, families with veterans, and the disabled and elderly. HUD is still in the process of implementing several provisions enacted by HOTMA.
HR3700 Housing Opportunity Thru Modernization Act
HOTMA CLPHA Section by Section
