HUD HCV Guidebook § 7.1
Form-HUD 50058 (HUD HCV Guidebook)
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The code "VASH" has been established for use on line 2n of HUD-50058 to indicate that the family is a participant. In accordance with the HUD-VASH Operating Requirements, the code must remain on the form throughout the family's participation in the HUD-VASH program.27 PHAs must additionally report issuance of a HUD-VASH voucher on form HUD-50058 by entering “VASH” in field 2n and action code “10” (issuance of voucher) in field 2a. If a HUD-VASH family no longer requires case management and the PHA has the funding and elects to serve them under its regular HCV program, the VASH code is no longer used on 2n. If the PHA elects not to provide them with a regular voucher, the VASH code must continue to be used on 2n. MTW agencies are required to use the regular form HUD-50058 for HUD-VASH families unless they have received approval from HUD to operate their HUD-VASH program in accordance with the PHA’s MTW agreement. HUD–VASH vouchers must be reported separately from vouchers under the agency’s MTW Agreement.
Section 7.1 of the HUD Housing Choice Voucher Guidebook establishes how Public Housing Authorities (PHAs) must record HUD-VASH program participation on form HUD-50058. The code "VASH" must appear in field 2n for the duration of a family's participation in the HUD-VASH program, and voucher issuance must also be recorded with action code "10" in field 2a. If a family transitions out of HUD-VASH case management into a regular Housing Choice Voucher program, the VASH code is dropped; if no regular voucher is offered, the code stays. Moving to Work (MTW) agencies face additional requirements and must report HUD-VASH vouchers separately from their MTW vouchers unless HUD has granted specific approval otherwise.
Plain English — not legal advice.
As a property owner or manager working with HCV participants, HUD Housing Choice Voucher Guidebook § 7.1 primarily governs PHA administrative recordkeeping rather than landlord conduct directly. Operators who rent to HUD-VASH families can expect that the PHA managing the voucher is responsible for maintaining accurate HUD-50058 coding, including the "VASH" designation in field 2n. Understanding this administrative framework can help landlords recognize why a family's voucher documentation may reflect different program codes if the family transitions from HUD-VASH to a regular HCV voucher.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
For veterans and families participating in the HUD-VASH program, § 7.1 of the HUD Housing Choice Voucher Guidebook establishes that your PHA is required to maintain the "VASH" code on your HUD-50058 form for as long as you remain in the program. If you transition out of HUD-VASH case management, your PHA's decision about whether to offer a regular HCV voucher affects how your records are coded, which can have implications for your continued housing assistance. Tenants who have questions about their program status or believe their participation has been incorrectly recorded may consider reaching out to their local PHA, a HUD-approved housing counselor, 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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