24 C.F.R. § 8.2
§ 8.2 Applicability. (24 CFR Part 8)
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This part applies to all applicants for, and recipients of, HUD assistance in the operation of programs or activities receiving such assistance.
Section 8.2 of 24 CFR Part 8 establishes the scope of the federal disability nondiscrimination rules that follow in this part. The rule covers two groups: those who are applying for HUD assistance and those who are already receiving it. Any program or activity that operates with HUD funding falls within the reach of these requirements, regardless of whether the entity is a public housing authority, a private nonprofit, or another type of organization.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers who receive HUD assistance—or who are in the process of applying for it—operate under the nondiscrimination and accessibility obligations set out in 24 CFR Part 8, by virtue of § 8.2's broad applicability clause. Compliant operators generally review whether their programs and activities meet Part 8 standards at the point of application and maintain that compliance throughout the period of assistance. Keeping documentation of HUD funding relationships helps an organization quickly identify which of its programs and activities fall within § 8.2's reach.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 8.2 of 24 CFR Part 8, tenants and applicants in HUD-assisted housing or programs are protected by the disability nondiscrimination rules contained in this part. If a tenant believes a HUD-assisted program has failed to meet its obligations under Part 8, general enforcement paths include filing a complaint with HUD's Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity or raising the violation through a local tenant-rights organization. Understanding that § 8.2 covers both applicants and current participants can be relevant when evaluating whether a particular program or activity is subject to these protections.
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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