24 C.F.R. § 982.2
§ 982.2 Applicability. (24 CFR Part 982)
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Part 982 contains the program requirements for the tenant-based housing assistance program under Section 8 of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437f). The tenant-based program is the HCV program.
Section 982.2 establishes that 24 CFR Part 982 governs the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, which is the federal tenant-based rental assistance program created under Section 8 of the United States Housing Act of 1937. In short, this provision defines the scope of Part 982 and confirms that the HCV program is the operative form of that tenant-based assistance.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers who participate in the HCV program operate under the framework set out in 24 CFR Part 982, as identified in § 982.2. Compliant operators generally familiarize themselves with Part 982 as the governing ruleset for all aspects of voucher-based tenancies, from lease requirements to inspection standards.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 982.2, the Housing Choice Voucher program is formally defined as the tenant-based assistance program covered by 24 CFR Part 982, giving voucher holders a clear regulatory home for their rights and protections. Tenants who want to understand those rights can review Part 982 directly, consult their local Public Housing Authority, or reach out to a tenant-rights organization for guidance on how the HCV rules apply generally.
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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