24 C.F.R. § 574.440
§ 574.440 Confidentiality. (24 CFR Part 574)
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The grantee shall agree, and shall ensure that each project sponsor agrees, to ensure the confidentiality of the name of any individual assisted under this part and any other information regarding individuals receiving assistance.
Under 24 CFR Part 574 § 574.440, organizations that receive HOPWA grant funding—and any project sponsors they work with—are required to keep confidential the names and other personal information of individuals who receive housing assistance under the program. The rule establishes a chain of responsibility, meaning the primary grantee must also pass this confidentiality obligation down to any partner organizations delivering services. The provision does not carve out exceptions for routine disclosure, signaling a broad protective standard for participant information.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners participating in HOPWA-assisted housing arrangements should be aware that 24 CFR Part 574 § 574.440 places strict confidentiality obligations on the grantees and project sponsors who administer the program. Compliant operators generally avoid requesting or handling participant identifying information beyond what is strictly necessary for the housing arrangement, and they do not share tenant information with third parties in ways that could conflict with the grantee's confidentiality obligations. Understanding this framework helps property owners align their own data-handling practices with the expectations of the program administrators they work with.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under 24 CFR Part 574 § 574.440, individuals receiving HOPWA-funded housing assistance have a right to have their name and personal information kept confidential by both the grantee organization and any project sponsor involved in delivering services. If a tenant believes their information has been improperly disclosed, they may raise this concern directly with the grantee, file a complaint with the relevant HUD field office, or reach out to a local tenant-rights organization or legal aid provider for guidance on available options. Keeping records of any communications related to a potential disclosure can be useful when exploring these general enforcement paths.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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