HUD Handbook 4350.3 § 4-2

A.       There are a number of technical terms used in this chapter that have very
                 specific definitions established by federal statute or regulations, or by HUD.
                 These terms are listed in Figure 4-1 and their definitions can be found in the
                 Glossary to this handbook. It is important to be familiar with these definitions
                 when reading this chapter.

        B.       The terms “disability” and “persons with disabilities” are used in two contexts –
                 for civil rights protections, and for program eligibility purposes. Each use has
                 specific definitions.

                 1.       When used in context of protection from discrimination or improving the
                          accessibility of housing, the civil rights-related definitions apply.

2.        When used in the context of eligibility under multifamily subsidized
                           housing programs, the program eligibility definitions apply.

                 NOTE: See the Glossary for specific definitions and paragraph 2-23 for an
                 explanation of this difference.

                                          Figure 4-1: Key Terms

            Applicant                                         Preferences
            Application                                       Preliminary application
            Denial of tenancy or assistance                   Residency preference
            Displaced person                                  Screening
            *Enterprise Income Verification (EIV)*            Tenant selection plan
            Income-targeting                                  *Violence Against Women Act (VAWA)*
            Market area                                       Waiting list