HUD HCV Guidebook § 5.3

Tracking the Reexamination Process (HUD HCV Guidebook)

HUD guidance — not codified law
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Verified 11/9/2026 · Next check 11/16/2026
effective 9/25/2026FederalSection 8 HCV

Operative Text

HUD HCV Guidebook § 5.3
It is important that the PHA has tracking and monitoring procedures and systems in place to ensure that the
required reexaminations for each assisted family is initiated and completed on time.
Most PHAs have an electronic system of record with reporting features to help supervisors monitor and track
the annual reexamination process. Housing software programs can identify reexaminations due dates and
monitor PHA monthly reexamination activity through computer-generated reports. Most software systems
allow for reporting on various date-driven fields. The dates tracked for each family might include:
              Lease and HAP contract effective date;
              Reexamination effective date;
              Initial reexamination notification date;
              Second notice date;
              Termination notice date;
              Notice of rent adjustment date; and
              Date of the next annual reexamination.

Computer software may be able to provide audit reports identifying annual reexaminations that have not been
completed. The PHA should also review HUD’s IMS/PIC (Information Management System / PIH Information
Center) Section Eight Management Assessment Program (SEMAP) module to identify late annual
reexaminations. Many PHAs also maintain internal electronic reexamination activity or progress logs. These
logs are used to assist staff in managing the on-time completion of the reexamination process.

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     24 CFR § 100.204; 24 CFR § 8.33; 28 CFR § 35.130
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Plain English

HUD Housing Choice Voucher Guidebook § 5.3 establishes that Public Housing Authorities (PHAs) are responsible for maintaining reliable systems to track and complete required annual reexaminations for every assisted family on time. The provision describes a range of tools PHAs typically use, including electronic records systems, housing software that flags due dates, and internal progress logs. Key dates such as lease effective dates, reexamination notification dates, and termination notice dates are among the data points these systems are expected to monitor.

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Plain English — not legal advice.

For Property Managers

Under HUD Housing Choice Voucher Guidebook § 5.3, Housing Choice Voucher program administrators and property managers working with PHAs should be aware that PHAs are expected to maintain robust tracking systems for annual reexaminations. Compliant PHAs generally use housing software capable of generating reports on reexamination due dates, monitor activity through HUD's IMS/PIC SEMAP module, and keep internal progress logs to ensure timely completion. Operators who coordinate closely with their PHA and respond promptly to reexamination notices help support the on-time completion that this provision requires.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

HUD Housing Choice Voucher Guidebook § 5.3 describes the administrative systems PHAs are expected to maintain to ensure that annual reexaminations for assisted families are initiated and completed on schedule. As a voucher holder, this provision reflects a PHA obligation to track your reexamination dates, including notification dates and rent adjustment notices, so that the process is not delayed. Tenants who believe their reexamination has been missed or significantly delayed may consider contacting their PHA directly, reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization, or filing a complaint with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

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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§ 888.113 Fair market rents for existing housing: Methodology.
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§ 888.115 Fair market rents for existing housing: Manner of publication.
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