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Section 3 of this Rule applies to all dwelling units for which MSHA administers a federal rental assistance contract pursuant to Section 8 of the United States Housing Act of 1937, excluding any tenant-based subsidy programs. Section 4 of this Rule applies to low-income housing tax credit projects, MSHA-financed rental loan program projects, MSHA-financed rent restricted projects, and MSHA-financed supportive housing projects.
Under 99-346 Code of Maine Rules ch. 5 § 2, this rule is divided into two distinct scopes of applicability. Section 3 covers dwelling units where the Maine State Housing Authority (MSHA) administers a federal rental assistance contract under Section 8 of the U.S. Housing Act of 1937, but it does not extend to tenant-based subsidy programs. Section 4 applies to a separate set of housing categories, including low-income housing tax credit projects and various MSHA-financed rental, rent-restricted, and supportive housing projects.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under MSHA oversight should first identify which category their housing falls into under 99-346 Code of Maine Rules ch. 5 § 2. Those administering project-based Section 8 federal rental assistance contracts through MSHA are subject to Section 3 of this Rule, while operators of LIHTC projects or MSHA-financed rental loan, rent-restricted, or supportive housing projects fall under Section 4. Compliant operators generally maintain clear records of their program type to ensure they are following the correct set of requirements.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Tenants living in housing covered by 99-346 Code of Maine Rules ch. 5 § 2 should be aware that their rights and protections may differ depending on whether their home falls under Section 3 or Section 4 of this Rule. Those in project-based Section 8 housing administered by MSHA are covered by Section 3, while residents of LIHTC or other MSHA-financed housing fall under Section 4. Tenants who are uncertain about which section applies to their housing may wish to contact MSHA directly or reach out to a local 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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