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.
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.  
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.
Environmental Reporting Requirements for Covered Transactions Notice Publishes
The Office of Multifamily Housing Programs published an Environmental Reportin
HOTMA Implementation FAQs Now Available
On December 4th, 2024, HUD released an update to the series of FAQs (Frequently Asked
Multifamily Posts Draft Notice on Solar, Cell Tower, and Other Rooftop Leases 
The Office of Multifamily Housing Programs published a draft
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.
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 h
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.
HUD Announces 2025 Inflationary Adjustments and Passbook Rate
HUD posted updates to the HOTMA inflationary adjustments.
NSPIRE Appeals Guide Now Available
Technical Review Guidance and Step-by-Step Instructions on How to Submit Appeals Now Available
HUD Publishes Revised HAP Assignment Form
HUD released an updated version of the Assignment, Assumption, and Amendment of Section 8 Housing Assistance Payments Contracts.
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.
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.
Updated HUD-9624 and HUD-9625 Forms Released by HUD
Updated HUD-9624 and HUD-9625 Forms Released by HUD
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!  
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 201
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
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 sta
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).
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.
HUD Increases Wind and Named Storm Insurance Coverage Deductible Amount
Today, HUD's Office of Multifamily Housing published a 
Free Energy & Water Benchmarking Services Through HUD
Energy and Water Benchmarking Assistance Opportunity Available Now    
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.  
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 ar
FBI & NSA Cyber Threat Concerns for Industry Partners
The Office of Multifamily is sharing information as a service to you about
Service Coordinator NOFO Application Deadline Extension
The deadline for the Service Coordinator Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO),
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 exte
Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) Annual Report Survey
HUD announced the first ever FSS Annual Report survey!
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.
Important Recall from CDC: Cinnamon Applesauce Pouches
From the HUD Deputy Assistant Secretary: Owners and Operators, Please share with your residents and networks.
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.
GRRP Elements 3 Extension to March 28
Multifamily Housing Partners,  
Free Covid-19 Test Kits Available
Free Covid-19 Test Kits Available  We are pleased to announce that HUD has expanded its partnership with the U.S.
Multifamily Disaster Preparedness Plan Template Available
What is the Multifamily Disaster Preparedness Plan Template?
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
FY2024 FMRs & SAFMRs Published
HUD has posted the FY2024 Fair Market Rents as well as the FY2024
GRRP Comprehensive Application Deadline in Two Weeks
GRRP Comprehensive Wave 1- Applications Due in Two Weeks
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
Information about FY23 FSS Funding
The FY23 FSS NOFO has been published on Grants.gov!
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.  
Final COVID-19 Supplemental Payments Request Form Now Available; Requests Due February 21
Final COVID-19 Supplemental Payments Request Form Now Available; Requests Due February 21 This announcemen
HUD ANNOUNCES NEW RESOURCES FOR ADVANCING HOUSING PROTECTIONS FOR SURVIVORS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, DATING VIOLENCE, SEXUAL ASSAULT, AND STALKING
HUD ANNOUNCES NEW RESOURCES FOR ADVANCING HOUSING PROTECTIONS FOR SURVIVORS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, DATING VIOLENCE, SEXUAL ASSAULT, AND STALKING Dear Multifamily
COVID-19 Supplemental Payments Round V Application Submissions Open
This announcement is reposted from:
The Social Security Administration Announces the 2023 Cost-of-Living-Adjustment
The Social Security Administration Announces the 2023 Cost-of-Living-Adjustment
Preview of Green and Resilient Retrofit Program (GRRP) Request For Information Publishing Sept 27, 2022
Preview of Green and Resilient Retrofit Program (GRRP) Request For Information Publishing Sept 27, 2022 (from Multifamily Housing News Asset Management)
FHA Revises Policy for Disbursement of Funds from Reserve for Replacement Accounts
FHA Revises Policy for Disbursement of Funds from Reserve for Replacement Accounts This announcement is reposted from:
FSS Action Plan Review for Multisite Owners
This announcement is reposted from:
New Civil Rights Guidance on Marketing and Application Requirements for Subsidized Multifamily Properties
New Civil Rights Guidance on Marketing and Application Requirements for Subsidized Multifamily Properties
Affordable Connectivity Program
Affordable Connectivity Program
Withdrawal of “Clarification on Valuation of Non-Shelter Services” Memo
Multifamily owners/agents and contract administrators:
HUD Issues More Than $20 Million in COVID-19 Supplemental Payments
HUD Issues More Than $20 Million in COVID-19 Supplemental Payments 
Impact of Rising Utility Costs on Residents of Multifamily Housing Programs
Impact of Rising Utility Costs on Residents of Multifamily Housing Programs 
Resident, Owner and Agent’s Rights for REAC Inspections During the Pandemic
Resident, Owner and Agent’s Rights for REAC Inspections During the Pandemic In response to inquiries Multifamily Housing has received regarding the COVID-19 pandemic and REAC inspections,
Updated Utility Analysis FAQs, Republished Form, and Annual Adjustment Factors
Updated Housing Notice 2015-04 FAQ published to HUDCLIPS