24 C.F.R. § 982.351
§ 982.351 Overview. (24 CFR Part 982)
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This subpart describes what kind of housing is eligible for leasing, and the areas where a family can live with tenant-based assistance. The subpart covers: (a) Assistance for a family that rents a dwelling unit in the jurisdiction of the PHA that originally selected the family for tenant-based assistance. (b) “Portability” assistance for a family PHA rents a unit outside the jurisdiction of the initial PHA.
Section 982.351 serves as an introductory overview for the subpart of federal housing regulations that governs where a family may use tenant-based rental assistance. The provision establishes two broad categories: assistance used within the jurisdiction of the Public Housing Authority (PHA) that originally selected the family, and 'portability' assistance, which allows a family to use their voucher in a different jurisdiction outside that original PHA's boundaries. This section sets the framework for the more detailed eligibility and geographic rules that follow in the subpart.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under 24 CFR Part 982 § 982.351, the federal framework distinguishes between voucher holders using assistance within their originating PHA's jurisdiction and those exercising portability rights to lease in a different area. Property owners and managers who accept Housing Choice Vouchers generally familiarize themselves with whether a prospective tenant is using a local voucher or a ported one, as the administering PHA may differ in each case. Understanding this distinction helps operators know which PHA to coordinate with regarding inspections, Housing Assistance Payments contracts, and other administrative requirements.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 982.351 establishes that tenant-based assistance can be used either within the jurisdiction of the PHA that originally issued your voucher or, through 'portability,' in a different geographic area outside that PHA's boundaries. This means voucher holders generally have the right to explore housing options beyond the issuing PHA's jurisdiction, subject to the more detailed rules covered elsewhere in this subpart. Tenants who want to understand the full scope of where they may lease, or who believe their portability rights are not being honored, can contact their local PHA, a HUD-approved housing counseling agency, or a tenant-rights organization for general guidance.
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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