Reference
HUD Guidance
Official HUD handbooks, notices, and guidance for administering the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program.
- HUD Handbook 4350.3 HUD Handbook 4350.3 is the comprehensive federal guide governing occupancy requirements for multifamily housing programs, covering tenant eligibility, income determination, rent calculation, and ongoing compliance for properties assisted or insured by HUD. It serves as the authoritative reference for owners, agents, and management companies to ensure consistent and fair administration of affordable housing programs. →
- HUD Handbook 4350.3 Exhibits Exhibits that go along with HUD Handbook 4350.3. →
- HUD Handbook 4350.3 Appendix 3 A comprehensive reference guide detailing the acceptable verification sources — from third-party written documentation to applicant self-declarations — for every eligibility and income factor that must be confirmed during the tenant certification process in federally assisted housing. →
- HOTMA Final Rule The HOTMA Final Rule (effective January 1, 2024) updates HUD regulations to implement key provisions of the Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act of 2016, streamlining income calculations, deductions, and asset rules across public housing and Section 8 programs. It aims to reduce administrative burdens on PHAs and property owners while promoting consistency and fairness in how tenant income and rent are determined. →
- HOTMA Talking Points The HOTMA Talking Points document is a comprehensive guide from HUD's Office of Multifamily Housing Programs outlining the key changes brought by the Housing Opportunity through Modernization Act, including updated income and asset rules, streamlined verification processes, and new hardship protections for tenants. It serves as an essential reference for property owners and managers navigating HOTMA compliance, with actionable policy options, implementation timelines, and links to official resources. →
- HUD Covid Q&A HUD's comprehensive COVID-19 Q&A guide for Multifamily Housing stakeholders covers everything from resident health protocols and eviction moratoriums to forbearance provisions and remote operations — giving property owners, managers, and residents clear, authoritative answers to navigate the pandemic's impact on HUD-assisted housing. →