24 C.F.R. § 891.840
§ 891.840 Site and neighborhood standards. (24 CFR Part 891)
Operative Text
For section 202 or 811 mixed-finance developments, the site and neighborhood standards described at § 891.125 and § 891.320 apply to the entire mixed-finance development.
Under 24 CFR Part 891 § 891.840, when a housing development is structured as a Section 202 or Section 811 mixed-finance project, the site and neighborhood standards that govern those programs extend to the full development — not just the federally assisted portion. This means the location, surrounding environment, and neighborhood conditions must meet HUD's established criteria for the entire project as a whole. The rule effectively prevents a mixed-finance structure from being used to sidestep the site and neighborhood requirements that would otherwise apply.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Owners and managers of Section 202 or Section 811 mixed-finance developments should be aware that under § 891.840, site and neighborhood compliance obligations referenced in §§ 891.125 and 891.320 cover the whole development, including any non-assisted units or components. Compliant operators generally document that the entire project's location meets HUD's site suitability criteria during the planning and approval process, rather than evaluating only the assisted units in isolation. Ensuring that site selection, environmental conditions, and neighborhood characteristics satisfy these standards for the full development is a standard part of due diligence in mixed-finance transactions.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Residents of Section 202 or Section 811 mixed-finance properties benefit from § 891.840's requirement that HUD's site and neighborhood standards apply to the entire development where they live. If a tenant believes the development's location or surrounding conditions fall short of those standards, they may raise this concern with HUD's local field office or a tenant-rights organization familiar with federal housing programs. Understanding that these protections are not limited to a specific assisted portion of the building can be a useful starting point when exploring available options.
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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