HUD HCV Guidebook § 11.3
120-day review of Income Report (HUD HCV Guidebook)
Operative Text
EIV information is typically not available in EIV for applicant families. If information is not available at the time of income determination, the PHA must review the family’s EIV Income Report 120 days after the New Admission (action code 1) is processed to identify any unreported or underreported income sources. See and Income Determination chapter for more information on how to identify these discrepancies.
Under HUD Housing Choice Voucher Guidebook § 11.3, because Enterprise Income Verification (EIV) data is generally unavailable for applicant families at the time they are first admitted, a follow-up review is required. Specifically, the administering Public Housing Authority (PHA) must pull and examine the family's EIV Income Report no later than 120 days after the New Admission (action code 1) is entered into the system. The purpose of this review is to catch any income sources that were not reported or were reported at a lower amount than what EIV now reflects.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Section § 11.3 of the HUD Housing Choice Voucher Guidebook does not directly govern private landlord conduct, but property owners participating in the Housing Choice Voucher program benefit from understanding this process. PHAs administering vouchers are required to conduct a 120-day post-admission EIV Income Report review, which can result in rent adjustments or repayment agreements if unreported income is discovered. Compliant operators generally maintain current contact information with their local PHA so that any income-related changes affecting the tenancy or the Housing Assistance Payment can be communicated promptly.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under HUD Housing Choice Voucher Guidebook § 11.3, voucher holders should be aware that their PHA is required to review their EIV Income Report approximately 120 days after their initial admission is processed. If this review uncovers income that was not previously reported or was underreported, the PHA may take action to address the discrepancy, which could affect the household's assistance. Tenants who have questions about this process or believe a discrepancy has been identified in error can contact their local PHA directly, review the Income Determination chapter referenced in § 11.3, or reach out to 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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